Murphy Introduces the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) introduced the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act, which is a response to the heightened risk of suicide among non-traditional students returning to school after their service. This bill would amend the G.I. Bill to expand Vet Center eligibility to student veterans and to help with this change.

"Change is hard for everyone, but it can be especially hard for veterans transitioning back to civilian status. We are constantly looking for any way to work on improving education services for veterans," said Murphy. "This is a particularly vulnerable veteran population who are at risk for suicide. Now they will be able to access these services should they need them."

"We have lost too many souls to suicide. If this legislation can save even one of our veterans, I will consider this a victory. I'm proud to sponsor this bill and I thank Ranking Member Bost for joining me in this effort."

The text of the bill can be found here.