Bill · H.R. 1965· House(119-HR-1965)
Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act
- Introduced
- 3/6/2025
- Last activity
- 2/24/2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Gabe Vasquez
- Cosponsors
- - 31 - 14
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the ``Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act'', aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. It seeks to provide an annual increase in the stipend used for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs. This change applies to the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill specifically increases the current amount from $1,000 to $1,400 in certain subsections. Additionally, it establishes a mechanism for annual increases based on the Consumer Price Index.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7
The bill directly increases the financial stipend available to veterans for educational supplies and equipment.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+6
The bill increases the annual stipend for books and supplies for veterans from $1,000 to $1,400 and implements inflation adjustments.
Would students be better off under this?+5
The bill increases the available funds for students to cover the costs of books, supplies, and equipment.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Immediate increase in educational funding: The bill increases the amount in subsection (c)(1)(B)(iv)(I) and subsection (e)(2)(B)(i) by striking "$1,000" and inserting "$1,400". This provides more money upfront for books, supplies, and equipment.
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Protection against inflation: By adding subsection (m), the bill requires the Secretary to provide a percentage increase in amounts payable starting in fiscal year 2026 and each subsequent year. This increase is tied to the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers, which helps ensure the stipend keeps up with rising costs.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+7Good For Students+5Good For Young Adults+4Good For Low Income Households+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+6
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+5
- 8/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/11/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/7/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/22/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/26/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 3/24/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/17/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/24/2026
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 2/4/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/12/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/17/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 11/12/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/31/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/6/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/19/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/17/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/11/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/2/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/19/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/8/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 8/1/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/11/2025
- Subcommittee Hearings Held
- 6/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/17/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/27/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
- 3/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/6/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/3/2025
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H924-925)
- Introduced in House
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