Reid encouraging the state’s veterans to take advantage of new G.I. Bill
By Keith Rogers
The Ely Times, 07-23-09 — U.S. Sen. Harry Reid launched a public service announcement Monday to urge Nevada veterans of the global war on terrorism to take advantage of the 21st Century G.I. Bill of Rights that takes effect Aug. 1.
Any veteran who served at least three months active duty since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks can receive four years of tuition and fees from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the University of Nevada, Reno, and Nevada’s colleges.
The new G.I. bill, which passed Congress last year, also includes a housing allowance for rent or mortgage and a $1,000 annual stipend for books and supplies.
“It’s really a wonderful opportunity to get an education,” Reid, D-Nev., said in a telephone interview.
The 21st Century G.I. Bill of Rights covers veterans in the National Guard and Reserve components who served three months active duty after Sept. 11, 2001, if they were mobilized by the president or the secretary of defense.
Veterans have up to 15 years after they leave active duty to use their educational benefits under the bill.
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Reid encouraging the state’s veterans to take advantage of new G.I. Bill
By Keith Rogers
The Ely Times, 07-23-09 — U.S. Sen. Harry Reid launched a public service announcement Monday to urge Nevada veterans of the global war on terrorism to take advantage of the 21st Century G.I. Bill of Rights that takes effect Aug. 1.
Any veteran who served at least three months active duty since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks can receive four years of tuition and fees from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the University of Nevada, Reno, and Nevada’s colleges.
The new G.I. bill, which passed Congress last year, also includes a housing allowance for rent or mortgage and a $1,000 annual stipend for books and supplies.
“It’s really a wonderful opportunity to get an education,” Reid, D-Nev., said in a telephone interview.
The 21st Century G.I. Bill of Rights covers veterans in the National Guard and Reserve components who served three months active duty after Sept. 11, 2001, if they were mobilized by the president or the secretary of defense.
Veterans have up to 15 years after they leave active duty to use their educational benefits under the bill.
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