HR 180 · 102th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

To amend title 38, United States Code, with respect to veterans education and employment programs, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1991-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Penny, Timothy J. [D-MN-1]· House

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 102-16.(1991-03-22)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 1991-02-05
Roll #19
Yea 402Nay 0
Democrats
244 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
157 Yea·0 Nay
PassedHouse · 1991-02-05
Roll #19
Yea 402Nay 0
Democrats
244 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
157 Yea·0 Nay

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Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Extends through 1994 (currently 1991) the provision of employment and training assistance for disabled and Vietnam veterans under Federal veterans' benefits provisions. 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 of 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 for a veterans' rehabilitation program for persons receiving outpatient medical care or treatment for a service-connected disability pending discharge from active military service when the Secretary has determined the hospital provid…

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Cosponsors (20)

17 Democrats3 Republicans