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Permanent Transportation for Veterans' Vocational Rehabilitation and Counseling.

This bill makes permanent the authority of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide transportation for veterans to and from VA facilities for vocational rehabilitation or counseling. This change ensures that crucial transportation assistance, which might have been temporary, becomes a permanent entitlement. Consequently, veterans can rely on continuous support to access job training and counseling services, facilitating their transition back into the workforce.
Key points
Establishes permanent authority for the VA to provide transportation services for veterans attending vocational rehabilitation or counseling.
Removes the temporary nature of the provision, ensuring continuous and reliable transportation support for veterans.
Facilitates veterans' access to programs designed to help them find employment and acquire new skills.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6587
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2025-12-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Vets ETA

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6587.

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 2025-12-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes permanent authority for the VA to provide transportation services for veterans attending vocational rehabilitation or counseling.
  • Removes the temporary nature of the provision, ensuring continuous and reliable transportation support for veterans.
  • Facilitates veterans' access to programs designed to help them find employment and acquire new skills.
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 2025-12-31.

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