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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to include on the Internet website of the Department of Veterans Affairs a list of organizations that provide scholarships to veterans and their survivors.

4/7/2025, 3:25 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1172

Bill 111 hr 1172, also known as the "Veterans' Scholarships Act," aims to improve access to educational opportunities for veterans and their survivors by directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a list of organizations that offer scholarships specifically for this demographic. This list will be made available on the Department of Veterans Affairs' website, making it easier for veterans and their families to find and apply for these scholarships.

The bill recognizes the importance of supporting veterans in their pursuit of higher education and aims to streamline the process of finding financial assistance for their educational goals. By providing a centralized resource for scholarship opportunities, the Department of Veterans Affairs can better serve the needs of veterans and their families as they transition back to civilian life.

Overall, Bill 111 hr 1172 seeks to empower veterans and their survivors by providing them with the necessary resources to further their education and achieve their academic goals. This legislation demonstrates a commitment to supporting our nation's veterans and ensuring they have access to the opportunities they deserve.

Current Status of Bill HR 1172

Bill HR 1172 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2009. Bill HR 1172 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2009.  Bill HR 1172's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 24, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1172

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1172

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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