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BillHR 5436 · 119

To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit an educational institution from withholding a transcript from an individual who pursued a course or program of education at such institution using Post-9/11 educational assistance.

Introduced
Sep 17, 2025
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits colleges from withholding transcripts from students who used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to pay for their education. Requires schools to release transcripts even if a student's Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits have not been fully paid.

Sponsored By

John W. Mannion
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Sep 17, 2025
  2. May 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects student veterans who used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to attend college, allowing them to access their transcripts even if their benefits are pending or unpaid. It directly impacts their ability to transfer schools, apply for jobs, or pursue further education.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedSep 17, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 14, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.