Allows veterans pursuing a work-study program through the Department of Veterans Affairs to perform any activity that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs determines to be appropriate with respect to: (1) a Federal department or agency; (2) an institution of higher learning; or (3) a community service program.
Authorizes a participating individual to elect to be paid a partial payment in advance for the performance of such activities. (Current law requires such individuals to be paid in advance.)
Authorizes the Secretary to pay a work-study allowance of up to ten percent more than the minimum hourly wage.
Prohibits such allowance from being used to fund any political activity.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1249)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Benefits.
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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