Yesterday the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee approved S. 3447 to expand benefits in the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

The bill would increase the number of people who could receive benefits and expand the list of programs/training for which veterans could use the aid.

In addition, the bill changes how allowances for textbooks and housing are calculated and provides in-state tuition/fees at public colleges or up to $20,000 adjusted annually and based on the national average cost.

In the U.S. House similar legislation is scheduled to be considered on September 16.