What does Preamble of VA Work-Study Improvement Act do?

This bill aims to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the VA Work-Study program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of VA Work-Study Improvement Act do?

This bill is formally titled the VA Work-Study Improvement Act.

What does IMPROVEMENTS TO VA WORK-STUDY PROGRAM. of VA Work-Study Improvement Act do?

This section amends title 38, United States Code, section 3485 to expand the types of activities eligible for the VA Work-Study Program. The amendments broaden eligible activities to include those at state or local government agencies and nonprofit organizations that benefit veterans or members of the Armed Forces. The definition of 'applicable hourly minimum wages' is revised to consider the higher of federal employee pay rates, state minimum wage, or local government minimum wage. The Secretary is required to ensure that participants can electronically record and supervisors can electronically approve work hours. The Secretary must annually publish data on the program, including participant numbers, demographics, activity descriptions, wages, hours worked, and participating educational institutions. These amendments apply to work-study allowance payments made on or after January 1, 2028.

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VA Work-Study Improvement Act

Last updated: 11/17/2025 · Introduced: 11/10/2025

Author: April McClain Delaney (D-MD)

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The bill expands the VA Work-Study Program to include activities at state and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations that benefit veterans or service members.
It requires the VA to consider federal employee pay rates, state minimum wage, or local government minimum wage when determining applicable hourly minimum wages for participants.
The VA Secretary must annually publish data on the program, including participant demographics, activity descriptions, and wages.

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