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A bill to require the Secretary of the Air Force to establish a permanent program to provide tuition assistance to members of the Air National Guard.

2/7/2025, 11:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 489

Bill 119 s 489, also known as the Air National Guard Tuition Assistance Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to establish a permanent program within the Air Force to provide tuition assistance to members of the Air National Guard. The bill specifically requires the Secretary of the Air Force to create and maintain this program, which would help support the educational goals of Air National Guard members.

The program outlined in the bill would offer financial assistance to Air National Guard members who are pursuing higher education, whether it be through traditional college courses or vocational training programs. This assistance would help alleviate the financial burden of tuition costs and make it easier for these individuals to further their education while also serving in the Air National Guard.

By establishing a permanent tuition assistance program, the bill seeks to support the professional development and educational advancement of Air National Guard members. This would not only benefit the individuals receiving assistance, but also contribute to the overall readiness and effectiveness of the Air National Guard as a whole. Overall, Bill 119 s 489 aims to provide a valuable resource for Air National Guard members seeking to further their education, ultimately benefiting both the individuals themselves and the Air Force as a whole.

Congressional Summary of S 489

Air Guard Standardizing Tuition Assistance To Unify the Services Act of 2025 or the Air Guard STATUS Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of the Air Force to establish a permanent program to pay all or a portion of tuition or expenses at an educational institution for members of the Air National Guard who are in compliance with training requirements (i.e., required field exercises and drills).

Current Status of Bill S 489

Bill S 489 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill S 489 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2025.  Bill S 489's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of February 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 489

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 489

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 489

A bill to require the Secretary of the Air Force to establish a permanent program to provide tuition assistance to members of the Air National Guard.
A bill to require the Secretary of the Air Force to establish a permanent program to provide tuition assistance to members of the Air National Guard.

Comments

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Katherine Thompson

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1 year ago

I don't know much about this bill, but if it helps our Air National Guard members get tuition assistance, then I guess it's a good thing. It's always nice to see support for our military folks.