I have picked up strong signals that the Veterans Affairs Department has hit another speed bump with its 9/11 GI bill claims processing system.
Although VA rolled out the major portion of a new and improved claims processing system last month just in time to handle the fall semester, I hear another piece to handle automatic input of enrollment data from colleges may not be ready for prime time for another three months.
Keith Wilson, did not put a specific date on the delivery of this piece at a press briefing last month, but said it would go into operation this fall, which starts Sept. 22. I'd say VA will miss the deadline.
I have a query into VA, but have not heard back. That's OK. All will probably be revealed Sept. 16 when the House VA Committee holds a hearing to get an update on the status of the 9/11 GI bill.
Bob Brewin
Bob Brewin joined Government Executive in April 2007, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience as a journalist focusing on defense issues and technology. Bob covers the world of defense and information technology for Nextgov, and is the author of the “What’s Brewin” blog.
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