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To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.
1/2/2024, 6:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1635
Bill 118 hr 1635, also known as the "Philippines Military Dependents Education Assistance Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to increase the amount of educational assistance provided to survivors and dependents of eligible individuals pursuing education in the Republic of the Philippines.
Currently, the educational assistance provided to these individuals is limited, and this bill seeks to address this issue by increasing the amount of assistance available. This increase in assistance will help to ensure that survivors and dependents of eligible individuals are able to pursue a program of education at an institution in the Philippines without facing financial barriers.
The bill is designed to support those who have sacrificed for our country by providing them with the necessary resources to further their education. By increasing the amount of educational assistance available, this bill aims to honor the service and sacrifice of eligible individuals and their families. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1635 is a crucial piece of legislation that seeks to support survivors and dependents of eligible individuals pursuing education in the Republic of the Philippines by increasing the amount of educational assistance provided to them.
Currently, the educational assistance provided to these individuals is limited, and this bill seeks to address this issue by increasing the amount of assistance available. This increase in assistance will help to ensure that survivors and dependents of eligible individuals are able to pursue a program of education at an institution in the Philippines without facing financial barriers.
The bill is designed to support those who have sacrificed for our country by providing them with the necessary resources to further their education. By increasing the amount of educational assistance available, this bill aims to honor the service and sacrifice of eligible individuals and their families. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1635 is a crucial piece of legislation that seeks to support survivors and dependents of eligible individuals pursuing education in the Republic of the Philippines by increasing the amount of educational assistance provided to them.
Congressional Summary of HR 1635
This bill increases the amount of educational assistance available to an individual pursuing a program of education under the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) program at an institution located in the Philippines. Under current law, DEA educational assistance for an individual pursuing a program of education at an institution located in the Philippines is limited to $0.50 for each dollar. The bill makes an individual eligible for the full assistance amount.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1635
Bill HR 1635 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 17, 2023. Bill HR 1635 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 17, 2023. Bill HR 1635's most recent activity was Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. as of April 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1635
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1635
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Family relationships
- Higher education
- Philippines
- South Asia
- Student aid and college costs
- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1635
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1635
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