WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last night, President Obama signed S. 3447, the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010. This legislation, co-sponsored by Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, makes critical improvements to the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
"The legislation that President Obama signed into law makes the Post-9/11 GI Bill work better for military personnel, veterans, and their families," Senator Burr said. "These improvements will help servicemembers transition to civilian life and excel just as they did while serving in the military."
This bill expands opportunities for veterans by doing the following:
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