by Rikki Almanza | Apr 12, 2024
A recent study by RAND Corporation investigates the levels of support for violent extremist groups and causes among U.S. Military Veterans. The study sheds light on the complex interplay between military experiences, transitions to civilian life, and the emergence of...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 23, 2024
Congress passed a short-term funding extension, avoiding a partial government shutdown set for the end of the week. As of yet, Veterans benefits are not expected to be affected at least through March. The House voted 314-108, with opposition from Republicans....
by caLegion Contributor | Oct 30, 2023
By Seth Reeb and Dana Nichol, Reeb Government Relations The California State Legislature adjourned for the 2023 legislative year on September 14. Legislation that survived the legislative process to that point were sent to the Governor for his signature or veto. The...
by Jared Morgan | Jul 22, 2023
The U.S. Senate this week began considering the Major Richard Star Act, aimed at supporting disabled veteran military retirees. The bill, Amendment #142 to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is backed by The American Legion. The NDAA, comprising of a...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 23, 2023
Editor’s Note: In a letter addressed to Chairman Derrick Van Orden and Ranking Member Mark Levin of the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, The American Legion (TAL), Department of California and its commander, Jere Romano, and past commander, Lawrence Van...
by Christian Southards | Jul 13, 2022
The U.S. House on Wednesday passed the Honoring Our PACT Act, which would grant extensive medical benefits to veterans exposed to toxins during their service. The bill will now go back to the Senate with some changes before being passed to President Joe Biden’s desk,...
