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To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend to certain members of the Armed Forces eligibility to transfer unused Post-9/11 educational assistance to family members.

12/29/2022, 1:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9360

Bill 117 HR 9360, also known as the "Post-9/11 GI Bill Transferability Extension Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to allow certain members of the Armed Forces to transfer their unused Post-9/11 educational assistance benefits to their family members. This bill seeks to extend eligibility for this benefit to service members who have served at least 10 years in the Armed Forces and are unable to use their educational assistance benefits themselves.

The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides educational assistance to service members who have served on active duty for at least 90 days since September 10, 2001. This bill would allow eligible service members to transfer their unused educational assistance benefits to their spouse or dependent children, providing them with the opportunity to pursue higher education or vocational training.

By extending eligibility for the transfer of educational assistance benefits, this bill aims to support military families and provide them with additional opportunities for educational advancement. This legislation is non-partisan and focuses on improving access to education for the families of service members who have made significant sacrifices for our country.

Congressional Summary of HR 9360

This bill authorizes members of the Armed Forces who served at least 12 years to transfer unused Post-9/11 educational assistance to family members.

Current Status of Bill HR 9360

Bill HR 9360 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 29, 2022. Bill HR 9360 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 29, 2022.  Bill HR 9360's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of November 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9360

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9360

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9360

To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend to certain members of the Armed Forces eligibility to transfer unused Post-9/11 educational assistance to family members.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend to certain members of the Armed Forces eligibility to transfer unused Post-9/11 educational assistance to family members.

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