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S. 489: Air Guard STATUS Act of 2025

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-02-06
SponsorSen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Policy areaArmed Forces and National Security
Cosponsors3
Latest action2025-02-06 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Last updated2025-12-08

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-02-06):

Air Guard Standardizing Tuition Assistance To Unify the Services Act of 2025 or the Air Guard STATUS Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of the Air Force to establish a permanent program to pay all or a portion of tuition or expenses at an educational institution for members of the Air National Guard who are in compliance with training requirements (i.e., required field exercises and drills).

Cosponsors (3)

NameParty / state
Jeanne Shaheen D NH (original cosponsor) 2025-02-06
Jerry Moran R KS (original cosponsor) 2025-02-06
Michael F. Bennet D CO (original cosponsor) 2025-02-06

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 489 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 489?

S. 489 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Air Guard STATUS Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 489 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).