What is the Montgomery G.I. Bill?
During World War II, Congress and President Roosevelt wrestled with the issue of returning veterans following the conclusion of the war. In 1944, the G.I. Bill of Rights was passed providing unemployment pay, guaranteed home loans and educational benefits to veterans.Montgomery G.I. BillMississippi Congressmen Gillespie V. “Sonny” Montgomery retooled the G.I. Bill in 1984 continuing the educational benefits afforded in the original G.I. Bill. As a result, the G.I. Bill became known as the Montgomery G.I. Bill.Service Member ObligationsThe Montgomery G.I. Bill is available to service members who contribute $100 per month for 12 months and complete three years of service. Specific service requirements may vary according to dates of service and combinations of active and reserve duty.Montgomery GI Bill BenefitsThe Montgomery G.I. Bill provides money for approved education and training programs for 36 months. These benefits expire upon using the full 36 months or ten years after release fr
