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To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a retroactive effective date of law regarding charge to entitlement to Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance for individuals who do not transfer credits from certain closed or disapproved programs of education.

12/15/2023, 4:01 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4850

Bill 118 hr 4850, also known as the "Department of Veterans Affairs Educational Assistance Retroactive Effective Date Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The purpose of this bill is to provide a retroactive effective date for a law that pertains to the charge to entitlement for Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance.

Specifically, this bill addresses individuals who did not transfer credits from certain closed or disapproved programs of education. By providing a retroactive effective date, this legislation ensures that these individuals are not unfairly penalized for circumstances beyond their control.

Overall, Bill 118 hr 4850 seeks to protect the educational benefits of veterans by ensuring that they are not disadvantaged due to the closure or disapproval of certain educational programs. This bill aims to support veterans in their pursuit of higher education and ensure that they receive the benefits they have earned through their service to our country.

Current Status of Bill HR 4850

Bill HR 4850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4850 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2023.  Bill HR 4850's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. as of August 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4850

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 4850

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4850