Veteran Technology Employment Success Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) measures the success of the VET TEC high technology program, which helps veterans gain tech skills. Specifically, it changes the way the VA calculates the employment rate of veterans who complete the program, ensuring a more accurate reflection of their job placement outcomes. The bill also requires the VA to gather and analyze feedback from program participants to continuously improve the program’s effectiveness.
Key provisions
- Changes the calculation of the employment rate for VET TEC program graduates.
- Requires the employment rate to be calculated 180 days after program completion.
- Excludes employment with the program provider or affiliated organizations, and instructors of similar programs.
- Mandates reporting of full-time, part-time, and self-employment rates.
- Requires the VA to collect and analyze feedback from program participants.
- Directs the VA to use feedback to improve the program's implementation.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- VET TEC program participants
- GI Bill School participants
Notable changes
- Revised calculation of the VET TEC employment rate.
- Addition of reporting requirements for different employment types.
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