Bill115th CongressFiled May 17, 2018Armed Forces and National Security
H.R. 5866
To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize individuals who are pursuing programs of rehabilitation, education, or training under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to receive work-study allowances for certain outreach services provided through congressional offices, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 17, 2018)
This bill includes within authorized Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) work-study activities in connection with VA rehabilitation, education, or training programs the following activities carried out at offices of Members of Congress: (1) the distribution of information to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their dependents concerning benefits and services; and (2) the preparation of documents used to file veterans benefits claims.
What just happenedMay 17, 2018
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Who’s behind it
Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMay 17, 2018
- May 17, 2018IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Introduced in House