Lois Frankel
12/02/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/02/2025 06:15
Reps. Frankel, Bilirakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Student Veteran Success
Reps. Frankel, Bilirakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Student Veteran Success
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Washington, DC, December 2, 2025
Tags: Veterans and Servicemembers , Education
Today, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-12) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to authorize funding for Student Veteran Success Centers at colleges and universities nationwide, helping student Veterans transition from military to academic life.
"As the mother of a U.S. Marine War Veteran, I know how demanding the transition from military to civilian life can be," said Rep. Frankel. "Our Veterans are patriots who have served our country-they deserve every tool to succeed in their next chapter. Student Veteran Success Centers provide the academic support, mentorship, and community that help them thrive."
"I have personally visited many schools that offer Student Veteran Centers and spoken with the Veterans who utilize them. The Veterans confirm that the enhanced services and specialized resources provided through the centers are invaluable as they seek to successfully reintegrate into civilian society," said Rep. Bilirakis. "I hope my colleagues will join us in expediting passage of this important initiative."
Student Veterans face unique challenges, including long breaks from school, service-related disabilities, PTSD, and family responsibilities, which can lead to higher dropout rates and limited job opportunities.
The Veteran Education Empowerment Act reauthorizes the Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success grant program through FY2033, supporting institutions in creating and operating Student Veteran Success Centers. Since its creation, the Department of Education has awarded nearly $50 million to more than 100 schools, including $4 million to eight institutions in Florida, including Palm Beach State College.
Endorsements: Adjutants General Association of the United States, American Association of Community Colleges, American Council on Education, American Legion, AMVETS, Association of American Universities, Association of Public Land-grant Universities, Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Military-Veterans Advocacy, Minority Veterans of America, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, Student Veterans of America, Veterans Education Project, and Veterans of Foreign Wars
For full text of the bill, click here.
"As the mother of a U.S. Marine War Veteran, I know how demanding the transition from military to civilian life can be," said Rep. Frankel. "Our Veterans are patriots who have served our country-they deserve every tool to succeed in their next chapter. Student Veteran Success Centers provide the academic support, mentorship, and community that help them thrive."
"I have personally visited many schools that offer Student Veteran Centers and spoken with the Veterans who utilize them. The Veterans confirm that the enhanced services and specialized resources provided through the centers are invaluable as they seek to successfully reintegrate into civilian society," said Rep. Bilirakis. "I hope my colleagues will join us in expediting passage of this important initiative."
Student Veterans face unique challenges, including long breaks from school, service-related disabilities, PTSD, and family responsibilities, which can lead to higher dropout rates and limited job opportunities.
The Veteran Education Empowerment Act reauthorizes the Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success grant program through FY2033, supporting institutions in creating and operating Student Veteran Success Centers. Since its creation, the Department of Education has awarded nearly $50 million to more than 100 schools, including $4 million to eight institutions in Florida, including Palm Beach State College.
Endorsements: Adjutants General Association of the United States, American Association of Community Colleges, American Council on Education, American Legion, AMVETS, Association of American Universities, Association of Public Land-grant Universities, Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Military-Veterans Advocacy, Minority Veterans of America, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, Student Veterans of America, Veterans Education Project, and Veterans of Foreign Wars
For full text of the bill, click here.
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