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Veterans Gain Access to Trucking Apprenticeships

Officially: Veterans’ Transition to Trucking Act of 2025

H.R. 2954 lets the VA approve multi-state trucking apprenticeships, helping veterans use GI Bill benefits. Affects veterans seeking trucking jobs.

Where it stands

House Floor · Floor consideration Sat, May 23

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What this bill actually does

VA approval role: Allows the VA to approve multi-state trucking apprenticeship programs.
GI Bill benefits: Enables veterans to use their GI Bill benefits for approved multi-state programs.

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The debate

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✓Arguments in support

Eases access to GI Bill benefits: Veterans can more easily use their benefits for interstate trucking training, reducing delays and denials.
Addresses driver shortages: Helps fill the gap in the trucking industry, which needs 1.2 million drivers by 2030.
Promotes veteran employment: Supports veterans in finding stable, well-paying jobs as they transition to civilian life.

✕Arguments against

Increased VA workload: Critics might worry that the VA could be overwhelmed by the additional responsibility of approving programs.
Quality control concerns: There may be concerns about maintaining high standards for apprenticeship programs without state oversight.
Limited scope: Some might argue that the bill doesn't address other barriers veterans face in transitioning to civilian jobs.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

Latest: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 259. (9/19/2025)

SEP 19

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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