The Legislative Committee shall consist of the Legislative Director, who shall serve as Chair; a Vice Chair appointed by the President; a representative from each region of the Association, selected by the Legislative Director and appointed by the President.

Committee Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, publish, and manage the Legislative Agenda for the Association; seek review with the Executive Board and direct approval from the Association. The Legislative Agenda is presented to the Association for review and discussion at regional and national meetings.

  • Secure, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on proposed legislation pertinent to veterans’ education and submit them to the President for action.

  • Maintain liaison with appropriate Committees and Subcommittees of Congress and the United States and their staff.

  • Maintain regular contact with members of the Association whose states have legislators on Veterans Affairs Committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

  • Arrange for testimony at appropriate congressional committee and subcommittee hearings.

  • Involve all members of the Association in communication with their legislators on matters of vital concern to the Association.

  • Draft proposed legislation pertinent to State Approving Agency roles and responsibilities and submit to the President for action.