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Purple Heart Recipients Can Transfer Unused GI Bill Education Benefits to Family.

This legislation authorizes veterans awarded the Purple Heart for post-9/11 service to transfer their unused Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to eligible family members. This provides significant financial support for the education of spouses and children. The transferred benefits are protected from being treated as marital property in divorce proceedings and remain available even if the veteran passes away.
Key points
Veterans who received the Purple Heart (for service after 9/11/2001) can transfer up to 36 months of educational assistance to their dependents (spouse or children).
The transferred benefits remain available even if the veteran dies and are explicitly protected from being considered marital property in divorce cases.
Children generally must use the benefits before age 26, and use can only commence after high school completion or reaching age 18.
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Print number: 118_HR_8896
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]
Process start date: 2024-06-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize an individual who is awarded the Purple Heart for service in the Armed Forces to transfer unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance to a family member, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8896.

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 2024-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans who received the Purple Heart (for service after 9/11/2001) can transfer up to 36 months of educational assistance to their dependents (spouse or children).
  • The transferred benefits remain available even if the veteran dies and are explicitly protected from being considered marital property in divorce cases.
  • Children generally must use the benefits before age 26, and use can only commence after high school completion or reaching age 18.
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. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49].

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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