The GI Bill of Rights Introduction In the year 1944, the US legislature passed the Servicemen's Rejustment Act, commonly known as the GI Bill of Rights. This is one of the most significant pieces of legislation ever produced by the federal government; one that had a social, economic, and political impact on the United States. The GI Bill offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including financial assistance for higher education for veterans of the U.S. military service. GI Bill benefits are intended to help veterans readjust to civilian life after service to their country and to encourage bright, motivated men and women to volunteer for military service. Many factors and contributions contributed to the development of the GI Bill, which has changed over the years. This research paper will introduce the reader to a brief history of the formation and evolution of the GI Bill, discuss the current benefits it offers to student populations in response to their specific needs, and introduce the current implications that the GI Bill has placed on students. veterans and institutions across the nation. History of the GI Bill To properly present the beginnings of the GI Bill, the timeline will begin in the years during the Great Depression. At this point in history, many veterans had difficulty making a living. The United States Congress tried to intervene by passing the World War Adjustment Act of 1924, commonly known as the Bonus Act. This law would provide a bonus based on the number of days served. This law was a failed attempt to help because the problem was that most veterans wouldn't see a dime for 20 years. In the summer of 1932, a group of veterans marched on Washington, D.C. to demand full payment of their bo... half of paper... there is a lot of information available about student veterans and the GI Bill, and it's hard keep up with everything. Hopefully, this research paper has provided a brief introduction of its importance to society. It seems reasonable for all areas of higher education to do what they can to help our veterans. On campus, this translates into sensible efforts to make small policy changes that will increase the likelihood that this student population will succeed. Student veteran enrollments in colleges and universities will continue to increase in the future. The GI Bill itself will most likely have new additions and even another evolution. Understanding that student veterans today need more than just financial help as they enter college, and the more this message is conveyed, the better colleges and universities will be able to serve these students during their transition.