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Learn what this law means for Veterans and their survivors.
Use this program to get a faster decision by submitting evidence along with your claim.
Learn about education programs and compare benefits by school.
Get help transitioning to a civilian career and matching your skills and experiences to VA job opportunities.
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Find out how we can help you or a Veteran you care about connect with VA and local resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
VALife is our new life insurance program for Veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Locate a grave, search for cemeteries, and find benefits information and resources.
Download letters like your eligibility or award letter for certain benefits.
View the FY 2024 report that includes VA accomplishments with taxpayer dollars and the challenges that remain.
From March 15 to May 15 we are accepting new Yellow Ribbon agreements, modifications to existing open-ended agreements, or agreements to withdraw from participation.
See our Yellow Ribbon Program Schools' web page for instructions and forms.
The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, which includes a new iteration of the VET TEC program, has been signed into law.
We are reviewing this legislation and working to establish procedures for those potentially impacted. Further information will be shared as it becomes available.
Most GI Bill® students are required to verify their enrollment each month.
Visit the enrollment verification website to learn more.
GI Bill benefits help you pay for school and cover expenses while you’re training for a job. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training.
Learn more about GI Bill benefits and how to apply for them.
Get the latest news and information about the Department of Veterans Affairs, from the latest on benefits to stories highlighting the lives of Veterans.
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We will publish proposed policy and guidance changes that affect education benefits at least 90 days before the changes take effect.
Review upcoming policy and guidance changes.
Congress regularly passes new laws to enhance and expand benefits for Veterans, service members, and their families. We are committed to keeping you informed about how these changes may impact your education benefits.
Below is a summary of recent legislation that affects VA education benefits:
Rudisill v. Secretary of Veterans Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act
We encourage you to check this page regularly for updates. As we implement provisions of new laws, we’ll post information here.
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