WASHINGTON – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) joined Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) to reintroduce the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act. This bipartisan bill would provide additional financial support for veterans who are pursuing vocational training or higher education and would help ensure a successful transition to civilian life.

“Our veterans have sacrificed so much for our country, and the federal government has a duty to support them as they transition back to civilian life,” said Congressman Valadao. “The Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act takes necessary steps to modernize the Post-9/11 GI Bill by increasing the annual stipend for educational materials, ensuring it keeps pace with rising costs. This is a common sense, bipartisan effort to give our veterans the resources they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond, and I’m proud to join my colleagues in support.”

"Veterans across New Mexico have made incredible sacrifices for our country, which is why I'm proud to lead the bipartisan Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act," said Rep. Vasquez. "By updating the outdated book supply stipend, this bill ensures that veterans have the resources they need to thrive as they pursue their education."

The Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act would: 

• Update the outdated book/school supply stipend afforded to veterans from $1,000 to $1,400.

• Allows for regular adjustments of the stipend to keep up with inflation.

Read the full bill here.

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