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Veteran Education Empowerment Act: Boosting Support for Student Veterans

This act aims to strengthen support for student veterans, their families, and active-duty service members by funding dedicated centers at higher education institutions. This will provide veterans with easier access to assistance in transitioning from military to academic and civilian life, potentially improving their educational outcomes and integration. Citizens who are veterans or their family members can expect better conditions for learning and personal development.
Key points
Colleges can receive grants to establish and maintain dedicated Student Veteran Centers, offering academic and daily life support.
These centers will provide veterans with access to counselors, help understanding benefits, mental health support, and mentorship programs.
The act emphasizes hiring veterans to staff these centers and creating programs to help veterans stay in college.
Support also extends to spouses, partners, and children of veterans, broadening the scope of assistance for military families.
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Print number: 118_HR_1078
Sponsor: Rep. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22]
Process start date: 2023-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Education Empowerment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1078.

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 2023-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges can receive grants to establish and maintain dedicated Student Veteran Centers, offering academic and daily life support.
  • These centers will provide veterans with access to counselors, help understanding benefits, mental health support, and mentorship programs.
  • The act emphasizes hiring veterans to staff these centers and creating programs to help veterans stay in college.
  • Support also extends to spouses, partners, and children of veterans, broadening the scope of assistance for military families.
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 Rep. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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