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To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit an educational institution from withholding a transcript from an individual who pursued a course or program of education at such institution using Post-9/11 educational assistance.

USA119th CongressHR-5436| House 
| Updated: 2/24/2026
John W. Mannion

John W. Mannion

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
James C. Moylan (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The legislation adds a new section to Title 38, Section 3328, which prohibits any educational institution from withholding a transcript from a veteran who completed a course or program using Post‑9/11 educational assistance . The prohibition applies even if the veteran has an outstanding debt to the institution, ensuring that financial obligations do not impede access to academic records. The amendment clarifies that the institution may not use debt status as a reason to deny transcript issuance. This change strengthens veterans’ rights to obtain documentation of their education, which is essential for employment and further study. By codifying this prohibition, the bill provides a clear legal remedy for veterans who face transcript withholding due to unpaid balances.
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Timeline
Sep 17, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Oct 1, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Jan 21, 2026
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Feb 24, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 24, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • September 17, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 17, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • October 1, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.


  • January 21, 2026
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • February 24, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 24, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Armed Forces and National Security

To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit an educational institution from withholding a transcript from an individual who pursued a course or program of education at such institution using Post-9/11 educational assistance.

USA119th CongressHR-5436| House 
| Updated: 2/24/2026
The legislation adds a new section to Title 38, Section 3328, which prohibits any educational institution from withholding a transcript from a veteran who completed a course or program using Post‑9/11 educational assistance . The prohibition applies even if the veteran has an outstanding debt to the institution, ensuring that financial obligations do not impede access to academic records. The amendment clarifies that the institution may not use debt status as a reason to deny transcript issuance. This change strengthens veterans’ rights to obtain documentation of their education, which is essential for employment and further study. By codifying this prohibition, the bill provides a clear legal remedy for veterans who face transcript withholding due to unpaid balances.
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Timeline
Sep 17, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Oct 1, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Jan 21, 2026
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Feb 24, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 24, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • September 17, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 17, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • October 1, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.


  • January 21, 2026
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • February 24, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 24, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
John W. Mannion

John W. Mannion

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
James C. Moylan (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted