HR 9854
Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024
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Bill overview
This bill, the Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act of 2024, aims to provide greater financial support to veterans who are also parents and pursuing higher education through distance learning. It increases the monthly housing stipend received by these veterans, specifically for those with dependent children enrolled in distance learning programs. The bill adjusts a section of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ regulations to account for the unique circumstances of veteran parents balancing education and family responsibilities. This change ensures that veteran parents pursuing distance learning receive a stipend comparable to those attending traditional on-campus classes.
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Michelle Steel
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