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S. 1293

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Veterans' Education and Vocational Benefits Improvement Act of 2007
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Latest Action · May 3, 2007
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5586-5588)
Congress
110th (2007–2009)
Introduced
May 3, 2007
Cosponsors (0)
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Veterans' Education and Vocational Benefits Improvement Act of 2007 - Authorizes the accelerated payment of veterans' educational assistance under the Montgomery GI Bill for individuals who, during the period beginning October 1, 2008, and ending September 30, 2012, first enroll in an approved program of education not exceeding two years and not leading to an associate, bachelors, masters, or equivalent degree (in effect, for vocational school). Provides the same benefit for: (1) participants under the survivors' and dependents' educational assistance program; (2) members of the Selected Reserve; and (3) reserve personnel supporting contingency and other combat-related operations. Authorizes, for the latter personnel, the payment of 80% of the total educational assistance allowance for those serving an aggregate of three years or more in support of such contingency or related operations. Authorizes such personnel to make pay contributions for an increased amount of educational assistance.

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