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Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 10:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7243
Bill 117 HR 7243, also known as the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022, aims to restore and improve the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP) that was established in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The VRRAP provides eligible veterans with up to 12 months of rapid retraining assistance to help them transition into high-demand occupations.
The bill seeks to expand the eligibility criteria for the VRRAP program to include veterans who have been unemployed for at least 60 days, as opposed to the current requirement of being unemployed for at least 90 days. This change is intended to provide more veterans with access to the program and help them quickly reenter the workforce.
Additionally, the bill proposes increasing the funding for the VRRAP program to ensure that all eligible veterans who apply for assistance can receive it. This funding increase is crucial to support veterans in their retraining efforts and help them secure stable and fulfilling employment opportunities. Overall, the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022 aims to enhance and expand the VRRAP program to better support veterans in their transition to civilian life and help them succeed in the workforce.
The bill seeks to expand the eligibility criteria for the VRRAP program to include veterans who have been unemployed for at least 60 days, as opposed to the current requirement of being unemployed for at least 90 days. This change is intended to provide more veterans with access to the program and help them quickly reenter the workforce.
Additionally, the bill proposes increasing the funding for the VRRAP program to ensure that all eligible veterans who apply for assistance can receive it. This funding increase is crucial to support veterans in their retraining efforts and help them secure stable and fulfilling employment opportunities. Overall, the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022 aims to enhance and expand the VRRAP program to better support veterans in their transition to civilian life and help them succeed in the workforce.
Congressional Summary of HR 7243
Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022
This bill prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from charging any entitlement to retraining assistance under the Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program in situations where an individual was unable to complete a course or program as a result of the closure of an educational institution or the disapproval of a program by the state approving agency or the VA. The period for which retraining assistance is not charged must be equal to the full amount of retraining assistance provided for enrollment in the program of education.
In the event of a closure or disapproval, the educational institution must not receive any further payments under the program.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7243
Bill HR 7243 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 28, 2022. Bill HR 7243 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 28, 2022. Bill HR 7243's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. as of May 10, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7243
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7243
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Educational facilities and institutions
- Higher education
- Student aid and college costs
- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
- Vocational and technical education
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7243
Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022
Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program Restoration Act of 2022
To restore entitlement to educational assistance under Veterans Rapid Retraining Program in cases of a closure of an educational institution or a disapproval of a program of education, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7243
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