H.R. 5516 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
VITAL Assessment Act
H.R. 5516 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) has passed the house — introduced on Oct 8, 2021, sponsored by Jake Ellzey with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Oct 8, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
VITAL Assessment Act This bill implements changes related to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (VITAL) program, which focuses on enhancing student veterans' academic success and retention by assisting with things like mental and physical health.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jake Ellzey (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 8, 2021
- Passed the HouseNov 16, 2021
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (Nov 17, 2021)
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- S. 1910: Major Medical Facility Authorization Act of 2021
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- 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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