H.R. 1845: TAP Promotion Act
This bill, known as the TAP Promotion Act, aims to improve the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) that helps service members as they transition to civilian life. Specifically, the bill proposes the following key changes:
Enhancements to the Transition Assistance Program
The bill seeks to add a standardized presentation about the benefits available to veterans under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This presentation will include:
- Review and Approval: The presentation must be reviewed and approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with veterans service organizations involved in benefits assistance.
- Submission for Review: Prior to implementation, the presentation must be submitted to the relevant congressional committees for review at least 90 days beforehand.
- Participation of Recognized Representatives: When possible, the presentation should include participation from recognized representatives of veterans service organizations or authorized individuals who can support the presentation efforts.
- Information on Claims Assistance: The presentation must provide information on how veterans service organizations can assist service members in filing claims for benefits.
- No Endorsement of Specific Organizations: The presentation cannot promote or encourage participation in any specific veterans service organization.
- Time Limitation: The presentation must not exceed one hour.
Annual Reporting Requirements
The bill mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs submit an annual report, which will include:
- A list of veterans service organizations that participated in the presentations.
- The number of service members who attended these presentations.
- Any recommendations for changes to improve the presentation or the overall transition process.
Overall Purpose
The overarching purpose of the TAP Promotion Act is to enhance the support provided to veterans during their transition to civilian life by ensuring they have access to vital information regarding their benefits. By standardizing the presentation and requiring oversight and participation from recognized organizations, the bill aims to improve the effectiveness of the TAP.
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Sponsors
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TrackDerrick Van Orden
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TrackAndy Barr
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TrackTom Barrett
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TrackCliff Bentz
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TrackJuan Ciscomani
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TrackJ. Luis Correa
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TrackJason Crow
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TrackBrian Jack
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TrackSusie Lee
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TrackApril McClain Delaney
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TrackJohn McGuire
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TrackFrank J. Mrvan
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TrackJoe Neguse
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TrackBurgess Owens
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TrackBrittany Pettersen
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TrackKim Schrier
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TrackEric Sorensen
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Mar. 27, 2025 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. |
| Mar. 05, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Mar. 05, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
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