H.R.1872 - Fairness in Veterans’ Education Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1872, the Fairness in Veterans' Education Act, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance. Specifically, it addresses Section 3327(f)(3) of Title 38, modifying the language regarding repayment calculations. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 5, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Expected Effects
The bill, if enacted, will likely result in a change in how the Department of Veterans Affairs calculates and provides educational assistance benefits to veterans who contributed to the Post-9/11 GI Bill. This could lead to increased benefits for some veterans. The change takes effect on August 1, 2025.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially increased educational benefits for eligible veterans.
- Greater financial support for veterans pursuing higher education.
- A more equitable distribution of educational assistance funds.
- Could improve veteran satisfaction with their benefits.
- May encourage more veterans to pursue educational opportunities.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential administrative costs associated with recalculating and disbursing benefits.
- Possible delays in benefit payments during the initial implementation phase.
- The bill's impact may be limited to a specific subset of veterans.
- There may be unintended consequences related to the change in calculation methodology.
- The cost of the bill is not specified.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's provision for Congress to provide for the common defense and general welfare (Preamble). Specifically, it falls under Congress's power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8) and to provide for veterans. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).