Bills · HR 1884
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1884Armed Forces and National Security
Veterans Fellowship Act
INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it tries a new approach to tackle veteran unemployment and underemployment. Many veterans face challenges transitioning from military service to civilian careers, and existing programs don't always fully bridge that gap. If this trial program works, it could provide a practical model for helping veterans gain valuable work experience, build professional networks, and secure stable jobs with fair pay.
If this bill becomes law, it could mean more veterans find meaningful employment, which benefits their families, local economies, and the nation as a whole. If it doesn't pass, veterans would continue to rely solely on existing employment programs, potentially missing out on this specific type of paid, short-term, job-focused training designed to lead directly to long-term employment opportunities.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a pilot program for short-term fellowships for veterans, overseen by the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training.
This creates a new, specific pathway for veterans to gain employment experience and transition to civilian jobs.
PROVISION 02
Requires the selection of 3 to 5 states to carry out the program, with each state partnering with a non-profit organization.
This ensures the program is implemented at the local level with community support and a focused approach.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that fellowships last up to 20 weeks, include a monthly stipend, and offer a chance for long-term employment.
These elements provide direct financial support and a clear career path for participating veterans.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes $10,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2029 to fund the pilot program.
This provision allocates dedicated funding to ensure the program has the resources to operate effectively.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Comptroller General to submit a report on the pilot program within four years of its commencement.
This ensures accountability and provides an assessment of the program's effectiveness to inform future policy decisions.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 5
R· Michigan
YRS IN OFFICE
11
BILLS LED
49
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DEM 5 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 5
Introduced in House
MAR 5
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1884
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 5, 2025
Last actionMar 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025
House BillHR 1884Armed Forces and National Security
Veterans Fellowship Act
INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
5
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
