A Call For Action On 21st Century GI Bill

April 29 - More than one hundred veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan from across the country converged on Capitol Hill this week to joined bipartisan group of Congressional leaders in advocating a "21st Century GI Bill" for our newest generation of veterans. "While we may disagree about the policy and strategy of this war, we can agree that each and every veteran deserves our admiration, respect and support," said Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid at the rally. He added, "At its heart, this bill is about helping a large and deserving group of young men and women readjust to the civilian life we enjoy because of the sacrifices they make."

The group called for immediate legislative action on the "Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act" (S.22/ H.R. 5740). The legislation boasts strong bi-partisan support in both houses of Congress and is designed to offer the brave men and women who have served honorably since September 11, 2001, a level of educational benefits on par with those provided to veterans of the World War II era. For more information about the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act, please click here (PDF).

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