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Veterans' Support: Congressional Work-Study and Housing Loan Fee Changes.

This act expands the work-study program for veterans, allowing them to gain experience in Congressional offices, which can aid their professional careers. Additionally, it modifies the date for increasing housing loan fees for veterans, directly impacting their personal finances.
Key points
Veterans can now work in Congressional offices (e.g., committees, members' offices) through the work-study program, gaining valuable experience.
The deadline for increasing housing loan fees for veterans is shifted from November 15, 2031, to November 29, 2031, providing a slight extension for lower rates.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will annually report on the number of veterans participating in the Congressional work-study program.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7643
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39]
Process start date: 2024-03-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Congressional Work Study Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7643.

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 2024-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans can now work in Congressional offices (e.g., committees, members' offices) through the work-study program, gaining valuable experience.
  • The deadline for increasing housing loan fees for veterans is shifted from November 15, 2031, to November 29, 2031, providing a slight extension for lower rates.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will annually report on the number of veterans participating in the Congressional work-study program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, H. Rept. 118-596, Part II.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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