What does Preamble of HR 1845 do?

This bill proposes to amend title 10, United States Code. The proposed amendment would include a presentation within the Transition Assistance Program. This presentation aims to promote benefits available to veterans under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 1845 do?

This bill is formally titled the TAP Promotion Act.

What does TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: PRESENTATION IN PRESEPARATION of HR 1845 do?

This section amends Section 1142(b) of Title 10, United States Code, to add a new paragraph regarding a standardized presentation promoting benefits available to veterans. The presentation must be reviewed and approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with veterans service organizations. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must submit the presentation to the Senate and House Veterans' Affairs Committees for review at least 90 days before implementation. The presentation may include a representative from a veterans service organization or an individual authorized by the Secretary. The presentation must include information on how veterans service organizations can assist with claims. The presentation may not encourage veterans to join a specific veterans service organization and cannot exceed one hour. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must submit an annual report to the Senate and House Armed Services and Veterans' Affairs Committees. The annual report will identify participating veterans service organizations, the number of service members who attended presentations, and any recommendations for changes.

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TAP Promotion Act — HR. 1845

Last updated: 3/27/2025 · Introduced: 3/5/2025

Author: Derrick Van Orden (R-WI)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates a standardized presentation on veterans' benefits within the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), reviewed and approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and veterans service organizations.
The presentation must inform veterans on how veterans service organizations can assist with claims and will be subject to annual reporting to Congress.
The presentation cannot promote specific veterans service organizations and is limited to a one-hour duration.

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