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DC National Guard Education Aid: Tuition, Books, and Retention Program.

This bill establishes a new financial assistance program for members of the District of Columbia National Guard to encourage enlistment and retention. Eligible members can receive up to $11,000 annually in total benefits for tuition, books, and lab fees to pursue their first degree or certification. In exchange for this educational support, members must commit to serving in the Guard for a specified period, with failure to comply resulting in repayment obligations.
Key points
The new program offers up to $10,000 annually for tuition and up to $1,000 for books and lab fees for DC National Guard members.
Financial assistance covers the pursuit of a member's first undergraduate, master's, doctoral, vocational, or technical degree or certification.
Eligibility requires a written agreement to serve in the DC National Guard for a period determined by the commanding general; failure to serve triggers repayment provisions.
The program aims to boost recruitment and retention within the District of Columbia National Guard.
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Print number: 118_HR_9048
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-07-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Major General David F. Wherley, Jr., District of Columbia National Guard Retention and College Access Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9048.

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 2024-07-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The new program offers up to $10,000 annually for tuition and up to $1,000 for books and lab fees for DC National Guard members.
  • Financial assistance covers the pursuit of a member's first undergraduate, master's, doctoral, vocational, or technical degree or certification.
  • Eligibility requires a written agreement to serve in the DC National Guard for a period determined by the commanding general; failure to serve triggers repayment provisions.
  • The program aims to boost recruitment and retention within the District of Columbia National Guard.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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