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Warriors to Workforce Act
2/25/2026, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 982
Bill 119 hr 982 aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code in order to increase the amount of educational assistance provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to eligible individuals during the first year of a full-time program of apprenticeship or other on-job training. This bill seeks to provide additional support to veterans who are pursuing educational opportunities through apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs.
The current educational assistance provided to veterans by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs may not be sufficient to cover the costs associated with the first year of a full-time apprenticeship or on-the-job training program. This bill recognizes the financial challenges that veterans may face when pursuing these types of educational opportunities and seeks to address this issue by increasing the amount of assistance provided during the first year of such programs.
By increasing the educational assistance available to veterans during the first year of apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs, this bill aims to make these educational opportunities more accessible and affordable for veterans. This, in turn, may help more veterans successfully transition to civilian life and pursue fulfilling careers after their military service. Overall, Bill 119 hr 982 is a positive step towards supporting veterans in their educational and career pursuits, and it highlights the importance of providing adequate resources and assistance to those who have served our country.
The current educational assistance provided to veterans by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs may not be sufficient to cover the costs associated with the first year of a full-time apprenticeship or on-the-job training program. This bill recognizes the financial challenges that veterans may face when pursuing these types of educational opportunities and seeks to address this issue by increasing the amount of assistance provided during the first year of such programs.
By increasing the educational assistance available to veterans during the first year of apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs, this bill aims to make these educational opportunities more accessible and affordable for veterans. This, in turn, may help more veterans successfully transition to civilian life and pursue fulfilling careers after their military service. Overall, Bill 119 hr 982 is a positive step towards supporting veterans in their educational and career pursuits, and it highlights the importance of providing adequate resources and assistance to those who have served our country.
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Current Status of Bill HR 982
Bill HR 982 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill HR 982 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2025. Bill HR 982's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. as of February 24, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 982
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 982
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 982
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of educational assistance paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to an eligible individual during the first year of a full-time program of apprenticeship or other on-job training.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of educational assistance paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to an eligible individual during the first year of a full-time program of apprenticeship or other on-job training.
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