Bill would bar transcript holds for GI Bill students who owe school debt
Placed on the calendarH.R. 5436Latest action
Sponsor: John W. Mannion · Representative · NY
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Official title: End Transcript Withholding for Veterans Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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Schools couldn't withhold transcripts over unpaid debts from students who used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits.
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What does this do?
This bill would stop colleges and universities from withholding a student's transcript simply because the student owes the school money, if that student used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to pay for school. Schools could still pursue debts through other collection methods, just not by blocking transcript access.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects veterans and military family members who used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, and the colleges, universities, and other institutions receiving that funding. Students who did not use these benefits are not covered and could still face transcript holds.
Why does it matter?
Withholding transcripts can prevent veterans from transferring credits, applying for jobs, or continuing education, since transcripts are often needed to prove coursework was completed.
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Based on the “Reported in House” text of Sep 24, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedSep 17, 2025
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Sep 24, 2026
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 732.