H.R. 5866

Referred to Committee

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.

Introduced 5/17/2018•115th Congress•House

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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

5/17/2018 • House

Summary

This bill includes within authorized Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) work-study activities in connection with VA rehabilitation, education, or training programs the following activities carried out at offices of Members of Congress: (1) the distribution of information to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their dependents concerning benefits and services; and (2) the preparation of documents used to file veterans benefits claims.

Introduced in House • 5/17/2018

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security

Congressional operations and organizationMilitary personnel and dependentsStudent aid and college costsTemporary and part-time employmentVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVeterans' pensions and compensationWages and earnings

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Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]

Democrat • OR-4

Bill Journey

Originated in the House

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May 17, 2018

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Introduced in House5/17/2018

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Related Bills (1)

H.R. 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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