A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made by such members towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.
3/25/2025, 10:56 AMSummary of Bill S 972
Bill 119 s 972, also known as the "Veterans Educational Assistance Repayment Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions they have made towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance. This bill seeks to address the issue of veterans who have made financial contributions towards their education under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, only to have those contributions go unreimbursed.The bill specifies that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs must repay eligible members of the Armed Forces for any contributions they have made towards their education under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. This repayment would cover contributions made by veterans who have served in the military and have contributed towards their education under the GI Bill.
In addition to addressing the repayment of educational contributions, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to veterans' education benefits. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that veterans receive the support and assistance they need to further their education and transition back into civilian life. Overall, Bill 119 s 972 seeks to provide financial relief to veterans who have made contributions towards their education under the Post-9/11 GI Bill and to ensure that they receive the support they deserve for their service to our country.
Current Status of Bill S 972
Bill S 972 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill S 972 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 11, 2025. Bill S 972's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 11, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 972
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2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
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3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made by such members towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made by such members towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.Comments
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