by Rikki Almanza | Aug 7, 2026
Veterans experiencing homelessness may now receive additional assistance with transportation, communication, and urgent daily needs through their local VA medical center. The change allows VA facilities to spend designated homeless-program funds on practical items...
by National HQ | Jul 22, 2026
American Legion Family and Friends, We have an opportunity to usher in an era of sweeping legislation that will positively impact the lives of veterans and their families for generations to come. But we need your support — now is the time to make your voice...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 29, 2026
California voters will decide this November whether to approve an $11.25 billion housing bond designed to expand affordable housing, preserve existing homes, and increase homeownership opportunities across the state, including additional support for Veterans. Governor...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 19, 2026
The VA has launched a new foreclosure-prevention program to help Veterans who have fallen behind on their VA-backed home loans stay in their homes. The VA Partial Claim Program officially opened on June 15, after being authorized through the VA Home Loan Reform Act,...
by Rikki Almanza | May 26, 2026
The U.S. House passed six Veteran-related bills during the week of May 18, including five supported by The American Legion through testimony. The measures would increase certain VA benefits, improve healthcare appointment scheduling, expand Fisher House access, and...
by Rikki Almanza | May 22, 2026
The U.S. House has passed a bill that would increase certain VA benefits for surviving families and severely Disabled Veterans. The measure was sent to the Senate for further consideration. The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs said the legislation—...
