How HR 886 changes current law

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The bill expands the eligibility for Department of Defense educational programs to include dependents of retired members of the Armed Forces residing in military housing.

• 10 U.S.C. § 2164(a)

  , dependents of retirees,

  This addition allows dependents of retired military personnel to be included in educational programs.

• 10 U.S.C. § 2164(a)

  and the dependents of such retirees

  This ensures that dependents of retirees are recognized as eligible for educational programs alongside active duty members' dependents.

• 10 U.S.C. § 2164(a)

  (4) For purposes of this subsection, the term `retiree' means a member or former member of the armed forces who is entitled to retired or retainer pay under this title, or who, but for age, would be eligible for retired or retainer pay under chapter 1223 of this title.

  This definition clarifies which individuals qualify as retirees for the purpose of the educational program.