Fairness in Veterans’ Education Act

This bill makes it easier and faster for service members and veterans to get back money they paid into the Montgomery GI Bill if they later chose to use Post‑9/11 GI Bill benefits. Right now, repayments are tied to the last housing stipend under the Post‑9/11 GI Bill, which leaves some people waiting or missing out. The bill removes that rule and requires the VA to repay these contributions before the person uses up their education benefits. The change takes effect on August 1, 2025.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Service members and veterans who paid into the Montgomery GI Bill but switched to the Post‑9/11 GI Bill.
• What changes: The VA must repay those Montgomery GI Bill contributions earlier and not tie the repayment to a final housing stipend payment.
• When: The new rule starts August 1, 2025.