What does Preamble of Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, and title 10, United States Code, to eliminate those provisions relating to veterans educational assistance that disadvantage eligible individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of a four-year college degree, and for other purposes.' aims to modify existing laws. The bill intends to eliminate provisions within titles 38 and 10 of the United States Code that create disadvantages for veterans choosing apprenticeship or on-job training over a four-year college degree.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026.

What does ELIMINATING PROVISIONS RELATING TO VETERANS EDUCATIONAL of Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026 do?

This section amends several provisions of title 38 and title 10 of the United States Code related to veterans' educational assistance programs. It aims to ensure that the amount of educational assistance provided for full-time programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training does not deter individuals from pursuing such programs. The amendments adjust the monthly housing stipend for Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients participating in apprenticeships to match the basic allowance for housing for an E-5 military member with dependents. The legislation also waives the minimum attendance requirement for receipt of educational assistance for individuals pursuing apprenticeships or on-job training in the construction industry (Sector 23 of the North American Industry Classification System). Similar adjustments are made to the All-Volunteer Force Educational Assistance Program and Educational Assistance for Members of the Selected Reserve.

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Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/29/2026 · Introduced: 3/4/2026

Author: Tim Sheehy (R-MT)

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This bill modifies veterans' educational assistance programs to ensure apprenticeship and on-job training receive comparable support to four-year college degrees.
It adjusts the monthly housing stipend for Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients in apprenticeships to match military housing allowances.
The bill waives minimum attendance requirements for educational assistance for apprenticeships in the construction industry.

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