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AG VETS Act
8/31/2024, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7920
The AG VETS Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7920, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to provide support and resources for veterans who are interested in pursuing careers in agriculture. The bill specifically focuses on helping veterans access training, education, and other opportunities in the agricultural industry.
The AG VETS Act seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when transitioning from military service to civilian life by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to succeed in the agricultural sector. This includes creating a program within the Department of Agriculture that will assist veterans in finding employment, accessing training programs, and connecting with agricultural organizations.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase awareness of the opportunities available in agriculture for veterans and to promote the benefits of hiring veterans within the industry. By supporting veterans in pursuing careers in agriculture, the AG VETS Act not only helps veterans find meaningful employment but also strengthens the agricultural workforce and contributes to the overall success of the industry. Overall, the AG VETS Act is a bipartisan effort to support veterans in transitioning to civilian life and to promote opportunities for them in the agricultural sector. It is an important piece of legislation that recognizes the valuable skills and experiences that veterans bring to the table and seeks to help them succeed in a new and rewarding career path.
The AG VETS Act seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when transitioning from military service to civilian life by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to succeed in the agricultural sector. This includes creating a program within the Department of Agriculture that will assist veterans in finding employment, accessing training programs, and connecting with agricultural organizations.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase awareness of the opportunities available in agriculture for veterans and to promote the benefits of hiring veterans within the industry. By supporting veterans in pursuing careers in agriculture, the AG VETS Act not only helps veterans find meaningful employment but also strengthens the agricultural workforce and contributes to the overall success of the industry. Overall, the AG VETS Act is a bipartisan effort to support veterans in transitioning to civilian life and to promote opportunities for them in the agricultural sector. It is an important piece of legislation that recognizes the valuable skills and experiences that veterans bring to the table and seeks to help them succeed in a new and rewarding career path.
Congressional Summary of HR 7920
Agriculture Grants for Veterans Education and Training Services Act or the AG VETS Act
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to provide competitive grants to eligible entities for the purpose of establishing and enhancing farming and ranching opportunities for veterans through education and training services.
Entities eligible for the grants include cooperative extension services, land-grant colleges and universities, non-land-grant colleges of agriculture, state departments of agriculture, and nonprofit organizations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7920
Bill HR 7920 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2024. Bill HR 7920 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2024. Bill HR 7920's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of August 30, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7920
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7920
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7920
AG VETS Act
AG VETS Act
Agriculture Grants for Veterans Education and Training Services Act
To amend the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary will award competitive grants to eligible entities for the purpose of establishing and enhancing farming and ranching opportunities for veterans.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7920
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