HR 4089 · 101th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

Veterans Educational and Vocational Counseling Amendments of 1990

Introduced 1990-02-22· Sponsored by Rep. Penny, Timothy J. [D-MN-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Similiar Provisions Included In H.R.1199 (Section 205).(1990-08-15)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide educational and vocational counseling and related services to: (1) individuals eligible for educational assistance under the armed forces educational assistance program; (2) individuals discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable within the past year; and (3) individuals serving on active duty and within 180 days from being released or discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. Requires the Secretary to make available information concerning the need for general education and for trained personnel in the various crafts, trades, and professions. Requires the Secretary to acquaint all eligible individuals with the availability of counseling services offered under this Act. Provides entitlement to a veterans' rehabilitation program for persons hospitalized for a service-connected disability in a hospital over which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has jurisdiction. Includes the payment of handling fees by the Secretary as part of the scope and services authorized to be provided to a veterans' rehabilitation program. Authorizes the payment of a subsistence allowance to veterans pursuing …

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Cosponsors (20)

10 Democrats10 Republicans