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Educational aid for service members discharged due to COVID-19 vaccine refusal

This bill aims to ensure that service members discharged with a general discharge under honorable conditions, solely for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine, remain eligible for certain veteran educational assistance programs. This means these individuals can access educational support, such as those offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, which can help them pursue further education and career development after their service.
Key points
Service members discharged for COVID-19 vaccine refusal, but with an honorable general discharge, will gain access to veteran educational benefits.
The bill expands eligibility for educational assistance, including Post-9/11 programs, to this group of veterans.
Loan fee expiration date extended to March 1, 2031.
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Print number: 118_HR_291
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Vaccine Discharge Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_291.

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 2023-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Service members discharged for COVID-19 vaccine refusal, but with an honorable general discharge, will gain access to veteran educational benefits.
  • The bill expands eligibility for educational assistance, including Post-9/11 programs, to this group of veterans.
  • Loan fee expiration date extended to March 1, 2031.
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. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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