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Veterans' Education Benefits: Protecting Entitlement After School Closures.

This bill ensures that veterans who could not transfer credits from closed or disapproved education programs will not lose their educational benefits. This change is retroactive, covering the period from August 2021 to September 2023, providing financial protection against unforeseen circumstances.
Key points
Veterans will not lose education benefits if their school closed or program was disapproved and they couldn't transfer credits.
The law changes are retroactive, covering situations that occurred from August 1, 2021, to September 30, 2023.
This bill protects veterans' financial resources for education, ensuring stability in their future planning.
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Print number: 118_HR_4850
Sponsor: Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
Process start date: 2023-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a retroactive effective date of law regarding charge to entitlement to Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance for individuals who do not transfer credits from certain closed or disapproved programs of education.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4850.

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 2023-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will not lose education benefits if their school closed or program was disapproved and they couldn't transfer credits.
  • The law changes are retroactive, covering situations that occurred from August 1, 2021, to September 30, 2023.
  • This bill protects veterans' financial resources for education, ensuring stability in their future planning.
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. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16].

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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