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Introduced
07/30/2019
07/30/2019
In Committee
07/30/2019
07/30/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the use of Post-9/11 Educational Assistance to pay for preparatory courses for professional licenses and certifications, and for other purposes. This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide educational assistance for certain preparatory courses. Under the bill, veterans who are entitled to educational assistance may also receive assistance for preparatory courses that are required for licensing or certification tests for employment in specified professions.
AI Summary
This bill, the GI Bill Access to Career Credentials Act of 2019, authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide educational assistance for certain preparatory courses required for professional licenses and certifications. Under the bill, veterans who are entitled to educational assistance under the Post-9/11 GI Bill may receive assistance to pay for preparatory courses that are necessary to obtain licenses or certifications for specific professions. The bill aims to expand the use of GI Bill benefits to cover these preparatory courses, which can help veterans access career-oriented credentials and advance their employment opportunities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 07/30/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/2345/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2345/BILLS-116s2345is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2345/BILLS-116s2345is.pdf.pdf |
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