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What is the Post-9/11 GI Bill?
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Post 9/11 GI Bill provides financial support for education and
housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service on or
after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a
service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an
honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill will become effective for training on or after August 1, 2009.
The amount of support that an individual may qualify for depends on
where they live and what type of degree they are pursuing. For a
summary of Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits, see the benefit comparison chart.
Approved training under the Post-9/11 GI Bill includes graduate and
undergraduate degrees, and vocational/technical training. All training
programs must be offered by an institution of higher learning (IHL) and
approved for GI Bill benefits. Additionally, tutorial assistance, and
licensing and certification test reimbursement are approved under the
Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
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Initiative Helps Disabled Vets Stay Active
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A recent initiative launched by the Veterans Affairs Department and the U.S. Olympic Committee is giving disabled veterans a chance to rediscover their potential through athletics and competition.
Pentagon, VA Expand Disability Claims Test
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Defense and Veterans Affairs officials today announced another step in their efforts to streamline the process of determining veterans' disability ratings.
VA Continues Gulf War Research, Cancels Contract with UTSW Medical Center
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Citing persistent noncompliance and numerous performance deficiencies, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will not exercise the third year of a five-year, $75 million contract with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSWMC) to perform research into Gulf War Veterans' Illnesses (GWVI).
AFPS Blog : New GI Bill Will Make Huge Impact
WASHINGTON, D.C. - If history is any guide, the new Post-9/11 GI Bill may be the most effective piece of legislation Congress ever has passed.
Obama: Health Care Reform Won't Impact VA, Tricare
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In ongoing discussions about health-care reform, President Barack Obama offered assurance today to those receiving medical care through Tricare or the Department of Veterans Affairs: Your benefits are safe.
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Akaka Introduces Bill To Improve Vocational Rehabilitation for Disabled Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI), Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, introduced the Veterans Rehabilitation and Training Improvements Act of 2009.
Shinseki Promises Transformation If Confirmed to Head VA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President-elect Barack Obama's nominee to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs promised senators today that if he is confirmed he will transform the department into a 21st-century organization.
Branch manager briefs 4th Inf. Div., MND-B senior NCOs on HRC initiatives
 CAMP LIBERTY, Iraq - As the Soldiers were seated in the auditorium, they listened in rapt attention, some perhaps with a bit of apprehension, as the senior noncommissioned officer from the Army's Human Resources Command began her briefing.
Burr Applauds Passage of Bill to Increase Benefits for Wounded Veterans and Their Families
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, today applauded the passage of S. 2617, the Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2008, a bill he cosponsored, which will increase the rate of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans.
Pentagon is Open to Revamped GI Bill, Official Says
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Pentagon is open to supporting a revamped GI Bill for servicemembers if it would enable the transfer of unused benefits to family members and wouldn't cause an exodus of troops from the military, a senior Defense Department official said here today.
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Collaborative signing ceremony first of its kind
 CAMP ATTERBURY JOINT MANUEVER TRAINING CENTER, Ind. - In a move the first of its kind, the Army Reserve struck a partnership with the National Guard to better provide employment opportunities for Soldiers returning home from deployment.
Law Gives Military Renters More Protection Against Foreclosures
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Barack Obama's latest efforts to look after home renters gives military members additional protection if the homes they rent are foreclosed, a Defense Department official said today.
Indiana National Guard sustains the work force
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana - With more than 13,000 Soldiers and Airmen from Indiana who've deployed since Sept. 11, the Indiana National Guard partners with many organizations who stand ready to assist servicemembers in finding and maintaining quality jobs in today job market.
TRICARE Increases Payments for Beneficiaries with Special Needs
Falls Church, Va. - TRICARE has increased the amount it will pay for certain Extended Care Health Option (ECHO) benefits. ECHO assists eligible family members of active duty sponsors who are diagnosed with moderate or severe mental retardation, a serious physical disability, or an extraordinary physical or psychological condition.
New GI Bill increases servicemember benefits
CAMP VICTORY, Iraq - The Post-9/11 GI Bill, effective Aug. 1, 2009, introduces numerous benefits to active duty servicemembers, Reservists, National Guardsmen and Veterans.
Medical Center Uses Innovative Methods to Improve Patient Safety
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Health care providers at the largest Air Force medical center on the West Coast are using state-of-the-art, interactive human patient simulators as just one of many safety initiatives to improve medical care, the medical center's commander said yesterday.
Budget Would Transform VA to 21st-century Organization, Shinseki Says
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Barack Obama's fiscal 2010 budget proposal is necessary to transform the Department of Veterans Affairs into the 21st century organization he envisions, VA's top official said here yesterday.
Akaka Hearing Focuses Attention on Obama's VA Budget
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI), Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, heard testimony from Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric K. Shinseki and representatives from veterans groups on next year's budget for veterans' programs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Web Site Updates Help Veterans After Deployment
FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Since launching Aug. 5, 2008, Afterdeployment.org has grown to provide more information and resources for service members returning from deployment - as well as for their families.
USU Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress Releases Latest Topics
BETHESDA, MD - The latest in the series of Courage to Care fact sheets
targeted to support our nation's military service members and their
families are now available on the web. Suicide Facts for Primary Care
Providers: Helping Service Members and Families Overcome Barriers to
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Officials Extend Spouse Career Advancement Initiative
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Career and training opportunities for military spouses just got better, as the Defense and Labor departments' career advancement demonstration project has been expanded to include all active-duty military spouses, along with four additional career fields.
Pentagon Endorses Transfer of GI Bill Benefits to Spouses, Children
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Pentagon provided proposed legislation to Congress to make it easier for servicemembers to transfer GI Bill education benefits to their spouses or children and to increase the tuition ceiling amount paid by the program, a senior Defense Department official said here today.
Detachment gets KFOR 10 paid
CAMP ATTERBURY, Ind., - Many Soldiers have their minds on their money and their money on their minds.
Vets Help Wounded Warriors, Families Relax
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Two former Marines have set out to provide wounded veterans with a week's worth of rest and relaxation in luxury homes.
Henley-Putnam University Is Now Approved for Use of Benefits From the Department of Veterans Affairs
JOSE, California, April 11, 2007 - Upon completing a comprehensive review by the Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA), Henley-Putnam University received approval for its degree programs under the VA's GI Bill. Henley-Putnam University confers Bachelors and Masters degrees exclusively in Management of Personal Protection, Intelligence Management and Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies to students from law enforcement, military, the intelligence community and private sectors. More Information
DoD and VA Agreement Facilitates Specialty Care for Injured Service Members
FALLS CHURCH, VA.- A long-standing agreement helps injured Active Duty Service Members receive the specialty care they need.
Philippine Corporation Ordered to Pay More Than $100 Million in TRICARE Fraud Conviction
FALLS CHURCH, VA.- A U.S. federal court has ordered a Philippine corporation to liquidate its assets and pay over $100 million to the U.S. government in restitution, fines and forfeitures. Health Visions Corp., was sentenced for mail fraud in U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, April 24, 2008 following a lengthy investigation involving fraudulent TRICARE claims in the Philippines.
Senate Passes Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI), Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, elatedly applauded his colleagues in the Senate for passing S. 1315, the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007 by a vote of 96 to 1.
Burr Calls For Reform of DOD and VA Disability System
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Richard Burr today called for reform of the disability system at the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). He made the comments during a Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs hearing.
VA to Call Combat Veterans With Info on Care, Benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Department of Veterans Affairs will begin contacting nearly 570,000 recent combat veterans May 1 to ensure they know about VA's medical services and other benefits.
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