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IN HB1134
Bill
Status
1/10/2013
Primary Sponsor
Rochelle VanDenburgh
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AI Summary
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Requires all Indiana state educational institutions to establish a "Combat to College Program" to support veteran students, effective July 1, 2013
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Mandates centralized services for veteran students including admissions, registration, financial administration, and reasonable accommodations at fitness facilities for disabled veterans
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Requires development of specialized programs for veteran students including academic/career counseling, PTSD and disability counseling services, and job search assistance during enrollment and for at least two years after graduation
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Each institution must designate a program coordinator responsible for training staff on veteran issues, coordinating with state and federal veterans affairs departments, and developing internships and employment programs for veterans
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Establishes hiring preference policies for veteran students seeking campus employment and requires institutions to grant postsecondary credit for military training recommended by the American Council of Education
Legislative Description
Combat to College Program.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Education
1/10/2013