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H.R. 3219 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

Veterans' Benefits Act of 2010

H.R. 3219 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jul 15, 2009, sponsored by Bob Filner with 29 co-sponsors.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 15, 2009
Co-sponsors
29
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Public law
Public Law 111-275

What it does

Veterans' Benefits Act of 2010 - Title I: Employment, Small Business, and Education Matters - (Sec. 101) Extends through June 30, 2013, the authority for work-study as part of the veterans' educational assistance program provided through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Permits four new authorized work-study activities. (Sec. 102) Reauthorizes through 2013 the Veterans' Advisory Committee on Education. (Sec.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Bob Filner (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats, 11 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 15, 2009
  • Passed the HouseJul 27, 2009
  • Passed the SenateSep 28, 2010
  • Sent to the PresidentOct 1, 2010
  • Became lawOct 13, 2010

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-275. (Oct 13, 2010)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 3219 (111th Congress): Veterans' Benefits Act of 2010,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/111-hr-3219/veterans-benefits-act-of-2010 (accessed 2026-10-17).