HR. 790In Committee
To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize an individual who is awarded the Purple Heart for service in the Armed Forces to transfer unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance to a family member, and for other purposes.
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Authorizes certain Purple Heart veterans discharged after post-9/11 service to transfer unused Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits to eligible family members
Key points
- Require VA DOD coordination
- Authorize benefit transfers to dependents
- Limit transferred benefits to 36 months
- Allow modification or revocation of transfers
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-03-04 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
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