H.R. 621 · 114th Congress
Veteran Excellence Through Education Act of 2015
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Juan Vargas
- Introduced
- 2015-01-28
- Latest action
- 2015-02-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Summary
Veteran Excellence Through Education Act of 2015
Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants, during FY2016-FY2021, to minority-serving institutions to establish verified delivery systems that address the social and academic problems facing enrolled veterans.
Includes among authorized grant activities: (1) educational services, including courses in English as a second language, financial literacy workshops and courses, and health and wellness programs; (2) increased access to workforce services; (3) support services such as housing, transportation, and child care; and (4) establishing a veteran support team.
Requires an institution, in order to receive such a grant, to submit to the Secretary a program plan and strategy to meet the needs of enrolled veterans.