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Introduced
04/08/2021
04/08/2021
In Committee
04/29/2021
04/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to implement a modern information technology service to process claims for educational assistance under chapters 30, 33, 35, and 36 of title 38, United States Code.
AI Summary
This bill, the Overseeing the GI Bill Act of 2021, directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to implement a modern information technology (IT) service to process claims for educational assistance under chapters 30, 33, 35, and 36 of title 38, United States Code. The new IT service must have several capabilities, including the ability to process claims faster and more efficiently, improve data exchange and reporting, and provide real-time information to individuals and educational institutions. The bill also requires the Secretary to submit reports on the cost, schedule, and performance of the project, as well as provide notifications of any significant changes. The bill authorizes $250 million in appropriations for the Secretary to carry out these requirements from fiscal years 2022 through 2024.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. (on 04/29/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/2420/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2420/BILLS-117hr2420ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2420/BILLS-117hr2420ih.pdf.pdf |
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