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To amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal a certain limitation on the receipt of assistance under both the Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Readiness and Employment program and Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance programs.

USA119th CongressHR-7472| House 
| Updated: 3/2/2026
Scott H. Peters

Scott H. Peters

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)John H. Rutherford (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to amend title 38, United States Code, by repealing a current restriction that limits veterans from concurrently receiving benefits from two key Department of Veterans Affairs programs. Specifically, it targets the limitation on receiving assistance under both the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program and various VA educational assistance programs at the same time. By striking subsection (b) of section 3695, the legislation would eliminate the existing prohibition, thereby allowing eligible veterans to utilize both types of support simultaneously. This change is intended to offer veterans enhanced flexibility and resources as they pursue educational goals and career training, potentially accelerating their transition into the workforce or furthering their professional development.
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Timeline
Feb 10, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 10, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
  • February 10, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 10, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-3818: Ensuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans Act

To amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal a certain limitation on the receipt of assistance under both the Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Readiness and Employment program and Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance programs.

USA119th CongressHR-7472| House 
| Updated: 3/2/2026
This bill proposes to amend title 38, United States Code, by repealing a current restriction that limits veterans from concurrently receiving benefits from two key Department of Veterans Affairs programs. Specifically, it targets the limitation on receiving assistance under both the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program and various VA educational assistance programs at the same time. By striking subsection (b) of section 3695, the legislation would eliminate the existing prohibition, thereby allowing eligible veterans to utilize both types of support simultaneously. This change is intended to offer veterans enhanced flexibility and resources as they pursue educational goals and career training, potentially accelerating their transition into the workforce or furthering their professional development.
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Timeline
Feb 10, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 10, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
  • February 10, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 10, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Scott H. Peters

Scott H. Peters

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)John H. Rutherford (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-3818: Ensuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted