H.R. 2702, the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2007

Dear Rep. McDermott,

I support our troops, and I know you do as well. That's why I am asking you to co-sponsor H.R.2702, the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2007.

Eight million veterans got their education thanks to the World War II GI Bill, which covered tuition, fees, and books, and gave veterans a living stipend while they were in school. A 1988 Congressional study proved that every dollar spent on educational benefits under the original GI Bill added seven dollars to the national economy in terms of productivity, consumer spending and tax revenue.

Unfortunately, the current educational benefits offered to veterans are far lower than the original GI Bill. In fact, they cover only 60-70% of the average cost of four years at a public college or university, or less than two years at a typical private college. Our veterans deserve better.

Please co-sponsor H.R. 2702. Let's give our veterans the support and foundation they need.

Thanks!

Chad Lupkes
Seattle

More information: http://www.iava.org/demandaction