S. 1095 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Colonel John M. McHugh Tuition Fairness for Survivors Act of 2021
S. 1095 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Apr 13, 2021, sponsored by Jerry Moran with 4 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 13, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 117-68
What it does
Colonel John M. McHugh Tuition Fairness for Survivors Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to disapprove courses of education provided by public institutions of higher learning if such institutions charge a higher rate for tuition and fees than in-state tuition for individuals who are entitled to educational assistance under the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance program.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jerry Moran (R-KS). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 13, 2021
- Passed the SenateJun 24, 2021
- Passed the HouseNov 15, 2021
- Sent to the PresidentNov 19, 2021
- Became lawNov 30, 2021
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-68. (Nov 30, 2021)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Nov 15, 2021 · Passed424–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Colonel John M. McHugh Tuition Fairness for Survivors ActHouse · Nov 15, 2021
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- H.R. 1448: Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers for Veterans Therapy Act
- H.R. 3642: Harlem Hellfighters Congressional Gold Medal Act
- H.R. 5293: Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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