Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024

11/18/2024, 6:28 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9854

Bill 118 hr 9854, also known as the Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024, aims to provide greater educational flexibility for veterans who are parents. The bill recognizes the unique challenges that veteran parents face in balancing their military service with their responsibilities as parents, and seeks to address these challenges by allowing them more options when it comes to their children's education.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a pilot program that would allow veteran parents to use their GI Bill benefits to cover the cost of childcare while they attend school or participate in job training programs. This would help alleviate the financial burden that many veteran parents face when trying to further their education or enter the workforce.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the process for transferring GI Bill benefits to dependents, making it easier for veteran parents to ensure that their children have access to the educational opportunities they deserve. The bill also calls for increased support and resources for veteran parents who are homeschooling their children, recognizing the unique challenges and needs of this population. Overall, the Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024 seeks to support and empower veteran parents as they navigate the complexities of both military service and parenthood. By providing greater educational flexibility and support, the bill aims to ensure that veteran parents and their families have the tools they need to succeed in both their military and civilian lives.

Current Status of Bill HR 9854

Bill HR 9854 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill HR 9854 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 25, 2024.  Bill HR 9854's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. as of October 22, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9854

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9854

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9854

Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of monthly housing stipend received by parents pursuing a program of education through distance learning using Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.
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