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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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Additional Information
Vaccine Discharge Parity Act
Print number: HR 291
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-11