WASHINGTON, April 1 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth issued the following press release:
Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Jim Banks (R-IN) introduced the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act, bipartisan legislation that will increase Veterans' yearly books and supply stipend to $1,500 to keep up with inflation. The bill also increases the supply stipend for Veterans enrolled in apprenticeships and pursuing careers in the trades.
"When our Veterans hang up their uniform, they deserve our full support as they transition back into civilian life and easy access to the benefits they've earned," said Duckworth. "As inflation continues to rise, the cost of required books, supplies and...