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US HB3387
Bill
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Derrick Van Orden
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AI Summary
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Expands Transition Assistance Program (TAP) preseparation counseling eligibility from 365 days to 540 days before separation and mandates minimum 3-5 days of counseling depending on employment status
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Extends transitional health care benefits for separating service members from 180 days to 270 days following discharge
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Requires DOD to establish a 3-year pilot program at military installations offering TAP-based counseling tailored specifically for military spouses, with sessions offered quarterly including nights and weekends
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Mandates coordination between DOD, VA, and Department of Labor to share contact information for at-risk transitioning members, with VA and Labor required to contact these veterans within 60 days of separation
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Requires VA to maintain a searchable website by ZIP code for programs serving recently separated veterans, and expands job counseling eligibility under title 38 to include service members eligible for TAP
Legislative Description
ETS Act Enhancing the Transitioning Servicemember’s Experience Act
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Subcommittee Hearings Held
6/11/2025