To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations providing for the reimbursement of certain educational expenses for students determined to be medically ineligible for continued participation in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps.

# Bill Summary: HR 4379 **What the Bill Does** HR 4379 would require the Department of Defense to create rules allowing the reimbursement of educational costs for students who are medically disqualified from the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). Currently, students who become medically ineligible to continue in ROTC may face financial hardship if they've received scholarships or other military education benefits. This bill would establish a formal reimbursement process to help cover their educational expenses when they're forced to leave the program for health reasons. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects ROTC students who develop medical conditions or injuries that make them ineligible to continue their military training. It would also impact the Department of Defense, which would need to establish new reimbursement regulations.

Colleges and universities with ROTC programs may also be involved in implementing these new procedures. **Current Status** HR 4379 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Keith Self (R-TX) in the 119th Congress. No additional provisions or amendments are noted at this time.