To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.

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Bill Number

HR 1635

Introduced

Mar 17, 2023

Latest Action

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

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Topics

Armed Forces and National Security Family relationships Higher education Philippines South Asia Student aid and college costs Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

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Summary

This bill increases the amount of educational assistance available to an individual pursuing a program of education under the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) program at an institution located in the Philippines. Under current law, DEA educational assistance for an individual pursuing a program of education at an institution located in the Philippines is limited to $0.50 for each dollar. The bill makes an individual eligible for the full assistance amount.

Actions

Apr 18, 2023

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 31, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Mar 17, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 17, 2023

Introduced in House

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