Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB1635

Introduced
3/17/23  
Refer
3/17/23  

Caption

To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.

Impact

The legislation will directly affect the educational benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). By adjusting the provisions related to educational assistance, HB1635 aims to facilitate a greater level of financial support for veterans' dependents who choose to study in the Philippines. This change is expected to help bridge existing gaps in funding, allowing more dependents to pursue higher education in that country, which may have previously been financially prohibitive.

Summary

House Bill 1635 seeks to amend Title 38 of the United States Code by increasing the amount of educational assistance available to survivors and dependents of veterans who are pursuing educational programs in the Republic of the Philippines. This proposed amendment reflects a recognition of the importance of educational opportunities for those affected by military service, particularly in relation to the specific context of educational programs offered in the Philippines.

Contention

Points of contention surrounding the bill may arise from budgetary considerations and the scrutiny of priorities within the veterans' benefits system. Questions could be raised regarding the sufficient allocation of resources and whether increasing funding for education in a foreign country takes away from benefits that could be allotted to veterans pursuing education domestically. Consequently, discussions may revolve around the balance between supporting dependents studying abroad and ensuring adequate support for veterans studying within the U.S.

Companion Bills

US HB1669

Related VET–TEC Authorization Act of 2023

Previously Filed As

US HB393

Modern GI Bill Act This bill authorizes individuals who are entitled to educational assistance under the Post-9/11 GI Bill to apply amounts of such assistance to repay federal student loans for up to 36 months. The bill sets a cap and annual cost-of-living increases for the amount of educational assistance that may be paid to an individual under this bill during FY2024 and the following years.

US HB4850

To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a retroactive effective date of law regarding charge to entitlement to Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance for individuals who do not transfer credits from certain closed or disapproved programs of education.

US HB8896

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.

US HB502

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made by such members towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.

US HB452

Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act of 2023 This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to establish a program to provide children with parents on active duty in the uniformed services with funds to pay educational expenses. Specifically, ED must establish a tax-exempt Military Education Savings Account for dependent children of parents in the uniformed services for the payment of the children's educational expenses. Funds in the savings account may be used for specified purposes, including the cost of attendance at a private elementary or secondary school or institution of higher education, private tutoring, or costs associated with an apprenticeship or other vocational training program.

US HB221

Professional Pell Education Learning Act or the PROPEL Act This bill expands student eligibility for Pell Grants by allowing students to use these grants for enrollment in educational programs that consist of vocational or technical training, flight training, apprenticeship, or other on-job training. In addition, the bill expands institutional eligibility under the Federal Pell Grant program, including by allowing these vocational and training programs to be unaccredited.

US HR843

Reaffirming the United States-Philippines alliance and condemning the gray zone campaign of the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea against the Philippines, and for other purposes.

US HB967

Modern GI Bill ActThis bill authorizes individuals who are entitled to educational assistance under the Post-9/11 GI Bill to apply amounts of such assistance to repay federal student loans for up to 36 months.The bill sets a cap and annual cost-of-living increases for the amount of educational assistance that may be paid to an individual under this bill during FY2026 and the following years.

US HR156

Honoring the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Guam and the Republic of the Philippines under the State Partnership Program.

US SB60

Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act of 2023 This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to establish a program to provide children with parents on active duty in the uniformed services with funds to pay educational expenses. Specifically, ED must establish a tax-exempt Military Education Savings Account for dependent children of parents in the uniformed services for the payment of the children's educational expenses. Funds in the savings account may be used for specified purposes, including the cost of attendance at a private elementary or secondary school or institution of higher education, private tutoring, or costs associated with an apprenticeship or other vocational training program.

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