A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend expiring authority for work-study allowances for individuals who are pursuing programs of rehabilitation, education, or training under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, to expand such authority to certain outreach services provided through congressional offices, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 8, 2013)
Extends from June 30, 2013, to June 30, 2016, the period during which certain work-study activities qualify for an additional veterans' educational assistance allowance under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) educational assistance program. Expands such activities to include, for the same additional period, certain outreach services provided through U.S. congressional offices, including the distribution of information to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their dependents concerning available benefits and services.
Requires annual reports from the VA Secretary to Congress on work-study allowances paid.
What just happenedJun 12, 2013
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-111.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateMay 8, 2013
- Jun 12, 2013Committee
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-111.
- May 8, 2013IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3259-3260)
- May 8, 2013IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3259)
- May 8, 2013IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate