Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship Opportunity Act

Key Points

• This bill changes the rules for a special scholarship that helps veterans finish degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. It lowers the number of college credits a veteran must earn before they can qualify for the extra money.
• Students will now only need 45 semester credits instead of 60 to apply for the funds. This change helps veterans get financial help earlier in their college careers so they do not have to worry about running out of money before graduation.
• The government will give priority to veterans who have used the most months of their regular education benefits. This ensures that students who are furthest along in their degrees get the help they need to cross the finish line.
• Veterans must use all of their regular GI Bill money before they can start using this specific scholarship. This rule makes sure the extra funding acts as a safety net for those who need more time to finish tough technical programs.
• To cover the costs, the bill extends limits on certain pension payments for veterans in nursing homes until March 2033. This is a standard way for the government to manage its budget while providing new benefits.

Impact Analysis

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