HR 7584
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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Bill overview
This bill allows veterans and their families receiving assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs to receive work-study allowances for certain outreach services they need from their Members of Congress. Specifically, it expands the types of activities that qualify as work-study, including distributing information about VA benefits and assisting with the preparation of benefit claims. This aims to make it easier for veterans to access support and resources through congressional offices.
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Primary sponsor
Peter A. DeFazio
Cosponsors
Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS-At Large] Radewagen
Colin Z. Allred
Greg Walden
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