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Enhanced Transparency and Protection for Student Veterans

This act aims to improve access to information for veterans and their families using educational benefits, enabling them to make informed decisions about school choices. It also allows for the restoration of lost benefits if an educational institution faces penalties for unfair practices. This ensures veterans are better protected from fraud and can be confident their benefits are well-utilized.
Key points
Improved online tool (G.I. Bill Comparison Tool) with more detailed data on costs, completion rates, employment, and graduate debt, helping veterans choose suitable institutions.
More information about educational institutions, including any legal actions or penalties for illicit activities, increasing safety in selection.
Ability to restore lost educational benefits if the institution attended by a veteran is subject to civil enforcement action or penalties.
Better training for counselors assisting veterans with educational choices, ensuring more professional support.
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Print number: 117_S_1607
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Veterans Transparency and Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1607.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved online tool (G.I. Bill Comparison Tool) with more detailed data on costs, completion rates, employment, and graduate debt, helping veterans choose suitable institutions.
  • More information about educational institutions, including any legal actions or penalties for illicit activities, increasing safety in selection.
  • Ability to restore lost educational benefits if the institution attended by a veteran is subject to civil enforcement action or penalties.
  • Better training for counselors assisting veterans with educational choices, ensuring more professional support.
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 Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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