This legislation seeks to enhance financial support for veterans enrolled in higher education through the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program. Specifically, it targets individuals who pursue their programs of education solely through distance learning on a more than half-time basis . The bill accomplishes this by amending title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the current provision that limits their monthly housing stipend to 50 percent of the standard rate. This adjustment is intended to provide a more equitable housing allowance for eligible online veteran students, with the changes taking effect for any quarter, semester, or term beginning on or after August 1, 2025.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Armed Forces and National Security
Expanding Access for Online Veteran Students Act
USA119th CongressHR-3753| House
| Updated: 6/17/2025
This legislation seeks to enhance financial support for veterans enrolled in higher education through the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program. Specifically, it targets individuals who pursue their programs of education solely through distance learning on a more than half-time basis . The bill accomplishes this by amending title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the current provision that limits their monthly housing stipend to 50 percent of the standard rate. This adjustment is intended to provide a more equitable housing allowance for eligible online veteran students, with the changes taking effect for any quarter, semester, or term beginning on or after August 1, 2025.