Bill > S3938

This bill, titled the TAP Promotion Act, amends Title 10 of the United States Code to enhance the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) for service members preparing to leave the military. Specifically, it mandates that the Department of Defense's preseparation counseling, part of TAP, include a standardized presentation promoting benefits available to veterans, particularly those administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This presentation must be reviewed and approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with veterans service organizations (VSOs) that help with claims during the benefits delivery at discharge program. Furthermore, the presentation must be submitted to relevant Congressional committees at least 90 days before implementation. Crucially, where possible, the presentation should involve a representative from a recognized VSO or an individual authorized to participate, and it must include information on how VSOs can assist service members in filing claims. The presentation is capped at one hour and cannot encourage joining a specific VSO. The bill also requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report to Congress detailing participating VSOs, the number of attendees, and any recommendations for improvements.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3938/all-info