House Bill No. 2025-2026 aims to appropriate funds to support higher education institutions that are part of the Ohio Veterans Education Council. The bill designates a total of $1,144,000 from the General Revenue Fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, which is in addition to any other operating appropriations for those years. The funds will be managed by the Chancellor of Higher Education, who may consult with the Director of Veterans Services as necessary.

The bill outlines specific allocations from the appropriated funds, including up to $213,750 each fiscal year for awards to students serving as Military Community Advocates, $255,000 for grants to military and veterans offices to enhance private philanthropy, and $91,800 for sponsoring staff attendance at the National Veterans Leadership Foundation's Advancement Institute. Additionally, the remaining funds will support various initiatives such as administrative costs for the National Veterans Leadership Foundation, creating a website to connect veterans with educational programs, and facilitating information sharing among member institutions.