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Senator Archuleta Pushes for Full Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans in California

Senator Archuleta Pushes for Full Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans in California

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 16, 2025

California Veterans with full service-connected disabilities could soon receive full property tax relief if Senate Bill 296, introduced by State Senator Bob Archuleta, becomes law. As reported by The Downey Patriot, the proposed legislation would exempt qualifying...
Senators Introduce Bill to Protect Housing Access for Homeless Disabled Veterans

Senators Introduce Bill to Protect Housing Access for Homeless Disabled Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 14, 2025

On April 10, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced a bill to prevent disabled Veterans facing homelessness from being denied housing assistance due to the disability benefits they receive. The Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, HUDVA, led by Senators...
Veteran Housing Expands Across California with Multiple New Developments

Veteran Housing Expands Across California with Multiple New Developments

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 4, 2025

Veterans in California are finding new opportunities for stable housing as affordable developments open and break ground across the state. From Marina to Menlo Park, Windsor to Buena Park, multiple projects are offering permanent homes and support services to those...
WWII’s Oldest Paratrooper, Sgt. Joe Harris, to Be Laid to Rest in Inglewood

WWII’s Oldest Paratrooper, Sgt. Joe Harris, to Be Laid to Rest in Inglewood

by Rikki Almanza | Apr 3, 2025

Sgt. Joe Harris, the oldest surviving World War II paratrooper, will be honored with full military funeral services. Harris, who was 108 years old, passed away on March 15 in Los Angeles, surrounded by family. His contributions as a member of the Army’s historic...
USAF Band to Perform Free Concerts in California March 31 to April 5

USAF Band to Perform Free Concerts in California March 31 to April 5

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 31, 2025

The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants from Washington, D.C. are bringing their world-class musical talents to California as part of their spring tour. From March 31 to April 5, audiences will have the opportunity to attend free concerts in several...
Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Expand GI Bill Benefits for Purple Heart Veterans

Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Expand GI Bill Benefits for Purple Heart Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 24, 2025

Earlier this year, a group of bipartisan lawmakers reintroduced the Purple Heart Veterans Education Act, H.R. 790, a bill designed to close a loophole that has prevented certain Purple Heart Recipients from transferring their GI Bill benefits to their dependents. Led...
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