S. 2248 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018
S. 2248 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Dec 19, 2017, sponsored by Jon Tester with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Dec 19, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 115-407
What it does
Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018 This bill updates various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and programs in areas including education, transition assistance, and civil relief. The bill makes a number of changes to educational benefits.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jon Tester (D-MT). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 19, 2017
- Passed the SenateMar 1, 2018
- Passed the HouseDec 10, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentDec 27, 2018
- Became lawDec 31, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-407. (Dec 31, 2018)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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