To extend certain expiring provisions of law relating to benefits provided under Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance programs during COVID-19 pandemic.
Sponsor and status
117th Congress (2021–2023)
Enacted — Signed by the President on Dec 21, 2021
This bill was enacted after being signed by the President on December 21, 2021.
18 Cosponsors (15 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Position statements
What legislators are saying
“Congress Extends Sen. Morans Legislative Fix to Protect GI Bill Benefits”
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Sen. Jerry Moran [R-KS]
on Dec 17, 2021
“Higgins Announces Passage of Legislation Protecting Education Benefits for Veterans Attending College Remotely”
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Rep. Brian Higgins [D-NY26]
on Dec 10, 2021
“the daily leader: wednesday, december 8, 2021”
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Rep. Steny Hoyer [D-MD5]
on Dec 8, 2021
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What stakeholders are saying
Incorporated legislation
This bill incorporates provisions from:
H.R. 5509: Student Veteran COVID-19 Protection Act of 2021
Introduced on Oct 8, 2021. 81% incorporated. (compare text)
History
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Oct 8, 2021
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Introduced
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Dec 3, 2021
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Text Published
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Dec 8, 2021
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Passed House (Senate next)
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Dec 15, 2021
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Passed Senate
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Dec 21, 2021
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Enacted — Signed by the President
The President signed the bill and it became law.
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H.R. 5545 (117th) was a bill in the United States Congress.
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