Walberg Votes for Sweeping Expansion of Veterans’ GI Bill Benefits

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) voted today for the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Education Assistance Act, which improves and extends GI Bill benefits granted to veterans, their surviving spouses, and dependents. H.R. 3218 contains a number of significant reforms to help veterans, including removing the 15-year limit to use the GI Bill and enabling future eligible recipients to use their benefits at any point in their lives. The bipartisan bill passed the House by a 405-0 vote.

"We have a duty to help our nation's service members make a seamless transition from the battlefield back into civilian life," said Congressman Walberg. "As America's veterans enter this new chapter, a key part of upholding our commitment is providing quality and accessible educational opportunities. Modernizing and expanding the GI Bill will open more doors for veterans to build a rewarding and successful future in whatever career path they pursue after military service."

Congressman Walberg serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and the Workforce Committee as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions. For more information on Walberg's work in Congress visit walberg.house.gov.