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Post-9/11 GI Bill News

• Latest News, Analysis and Advocacy from NASFAA
• Media Coverage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill

Summary and Language of Law

The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (H.R. 2642) was signed into law on June 20, 2008. It provides enhanced educational benefits, begining Aug. 1, 2009, to those who serve on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001. This is also known as Chapter 33.

• Full Text of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008

• NASFAA's Summary of the Post-9/11 GI Bill

• Department of Veterans Affairs Post-9/11 GI Bill Final Rule Federal Register March 31, 2009

NASFAA Resources

• Archived Podcast: Implementing the Post-9/11 GI Bill

Department of Veterans Affairs Resources

• Post-9/11 Veteran's Educational Assistance Act of 2008 - Preparation and Implementation (Slideshow) February, 2009

• Yellow Ribbon G.I. Education Enhancement Program

• 2008-2009 Maximum In-state Tuition and Fees Chart

• Case Studies Showing Differences Between the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the Montgomery GI Bill (Active Duty)

• Post-9/11 GI Bill Pamphlet for Students

• Frequently Asked Questions