Latest "coronavirus GI Bill" stories

Student veterans worry about GI Bill benefits when returning to college classes this fall

VA officials say they're working with colleges and Congress to watch for potential problems when veterans return to classes next year.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Michigan copies GI Bill benefits for civilians as calls increase for expanding the program beyond the military

The idea is to support medical workers and other coronavirus responders with a program similar to the Defense Department's higher education offerings.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Trump signs second bill protecting GI Bill benefits amid coronavirus outbreak

The measure rushed through Congress earlier this month and would protect income from work-study programs.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Lawmakers pass second emergency package to protect student veterans from coronavirus losses

Money lost from work study program closures would be protected under the new measure.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Should GI Bill benefits be extended to civilian medical workers fighting coronavirus?

The White House is reportedly considering the idea as a way to reward medical workers facing dangerous conditions.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Attorneys want court to fast-track GI Bill legal case because of coronavirus financial impact

The lawsuit could result in an extra year of GI Bill benefits for thousands of veterans.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago