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Expanding National Service Opportunities, Student Aid, and Modernizing Draft Registration

This bill expands financial aid and scholarships for students who commit to military or public service and streamlines the hiring process for federal government jobs. It also invests in civic education in schools and modernizes the Selective Service System to require draft registration for all citizens.
Key points
Creation of new tuition grants and fellowships for students entering military or public service.
Tax-free educational awards and increased living allowances for national service participants.
Compensation requirements for federal interns (unless receiving academic credit) and simplified hiring paths for recent graduates.
Requirement for all citizens to register with the Selective Service System, removing gender restrictions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5442
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2025-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Inspired to Serve Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5442.

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 2025-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of new tuition grants and fellowships for students entering military or public service.
  • Tax-free educational awards and increased living allowances for national service participants.
  • Compensation requirements for federal interns (unless receiving academic credit) and simplified hiring paths for recent graduates.
  • Requirement for all citizens to register with the Selective Service System, removing gender restrictions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

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 2026-01-19.

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