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Educational Aid for DC National Guard Members

This new law establishes a financial assistance program for members of the District of Columbia National Guard to cover costs of higher education, vocational, or technical courses. The aim is to encourage enlistment and retention by providing educational support. Citizens serving in the Guard can receive funding for tuition, books, and lab expenses.
Key points
Access to financial aid for education: DC National Guard members can receive up to $10,000 annually for tuition, $500 for books, and $500 for fees and lab expenses.
Eligibility requirements: To qualify, members must complete initial active duty, not receive an ROTC scholarship, and agree to serve in the Guard for a specified period.
Service obligation: Individuals who receive assistance but fail to fulfill their service commitment will be required to repay the funds.
Support for education and careers: The program aims to facilitate educational attainment for Guard members, potentially leading to better career prospects after service.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9479
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Major General David F. Wherley, Jr., District of Columbia National Guard Retention and College Access Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9479.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to financial aid for education: DC National Guard members can receive up to $10,000 annually for tuition, $500 for books, and $500 for fees and lab expenses.
  • Eligibility requirements: To qualify, members must complete initial active duty, not receive an ROTC scholarship, and agree to serve in the Guard for a specified period.
  • Service obligation: Individuals who receive assistance but fail to fulfill their service commitment will be required to repay the funds.
  • Support for education and careers: The program aims to facilitate educational attainment for Guard members, potentially leading to better career prospects after service.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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