H.R. 983 · 119th Congress · House
Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserves Tuition Fairness Act of 2025
Introduced 2025-02-05 · Sponsored by Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3] (R-WI) · Last updated 2026-03-31
Last action (2025-12-12): Became Public Law No: 119-55.
Summary
Stops colleges from charging out-of-state tuition rates to reservists using Montgomery GI Bill benefits when they’re actually living in the state. If a school tries to charge more than in-state rates to these students, the VA has to pull its approval of that school’s programs. Since reservists often move for service and may not have established official residency, this closes a loophole that was costing them thousands in extra tuition.
The Good
Prevents colleges from overcharging GI Bill recipients
Requires the VA to disapprove educational institutions that charge higher than in-state tuition for Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve beneficiaries living in the state. This protects reservists from paying inflated tuition rates.
The Bad
Could reduce school participation in the program
Some institutions may choose to stop accepting GI Bill students rather than offer in-state tuition rates, potentially limiting educational options for reservists, particularly at schools near military installations.
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