H.R. 4379: To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations providing for the reimbursement of certain educational expenses for students determined to be medically ineligible for continued participation in the Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.

This bill proposes to amend the United States Code, specifically title 10, to require the Secretary of Defense to create regulations that allow for reimbursement of certain educational expenses for students in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). Here are the key points regarding what the bill would do:

Reimbursement for Educational Expenses

The bill mandates that if a student is required to participate in the Senior ROTC program while waiting for a decision on their financial assistance eligibility, and is later found to be medically ineligible for that assistance, they will be entitled to reimbursement for reasonable educational expenses. These expenses can include:

• Tuition
• Fees
• Laboratory expenses
• Room and board

Claims Process for Reimbursement

The Secretary of Defense must also establish a process that allows affected students to submit claims for these reimbursements. If a claim is approved, the reimbursement must be issued no later than 90 days after the claim is submitted.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for reimbursement, the student must be determined ineligible for financial assistance solely due to medical reasons after having participated in the Senior ROTC program while waiting for that determination.

Administrative Guidelines

The bill emphasizes the necessity for effective regulations to ensure that students receive the financial support they need in a timely manner, particularly when unforeseen medical circumstances affect their eligibility for financial assistance.

Impact on Students

This legislation aims to provide financial assurance to students in the ROTC who may face unexpected medical issues that prevent them from continuing their participation in the program, ensuring that they do not bear financial burdens for their education due to circumstances beyond their control.

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