Why Veterans Are Targeted Through the GI Bill Since the Post-9/11 GI Bill became law in 2009, offering tuition, housing allowances, and book stipends to eligible veterans, it has also attracted a wave of predatory actors aiming to siphon off VA educational funds. VA administers these benefits but relies on schools to certify enrollment and training standards. When institutions or individuals manipulate those certifications, the consequences can fall directly on students. The Department of