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More School Information for Veterans

This act aims to provide veterans and service members using educational benefits with more detailed information about educational institutions. This will enable them to make more informed decisions about their school and program choices, potentially impacting their future careers and finances.
Key points
Schools will be required to provide veterans with data on re-enrollment and completion rates.
Information will be available on the number of veterans who earned degrees (associate, bachelor's, postbaccalaureate) or professional licenses, broken down by type.
Veterans will learn the average time it takes to complete a degree or certificate program at a given institution.
Data on average annual salaries of veterans after completing specific educational programs will be accessible.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will collaborate with other agencies to collect and share this data.
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Additional Information
Transparency for Student Veterans Act of 2023
Print number: HR 5956
Sponsor: Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A [R-VA-2]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about More School Information for Veterans

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5956.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools will be required to provide veterans with data on re-enrollment and completion rates.
  • Information will be available on the number of veterans who earned degrees (associate, bachelor's, postbaccalaureate) or professional licenses, broken down by type.
  • Veterans will learn the average time it takes to complete a degree or certificate program at a given institution.
  • Data on average annual salaries of veterans after completing specific educational programs will be accessible.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will collaborate with other agencies to collect and share this data.

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. Kiggans, Jennifer A [R-VA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5956

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