by Rikki Almanza | Nov 11, 2024
A new bill backed by The American Legion, The Veterans Naloxone Access Expansion Act, was recently introduced by Rep. Anthony D’Esposito (R-N.Y.) to address opioid overdose concerns among Veterans. This legislation proposes a two-year pilot program within the VA to...
by Christian Southards | Nov 7, 2024
Veterans Day 2024 is quickly approaching, and Legion Posts across California are hosting events in their communities. Below, we are compiling a list of public Legion-related events being held through Veterans Day. Readers can email...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 23, 2024
“Office Joe,” a new television comedy series written and directed by Army Veteran Nick Palmisciano, premieres on November 8. The show takes a humorous yet heartfelt look at the challenges Veterans face when transitioning from military service to civilian...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 23, 2024
Introduced during National Suicide Prevention Month and National Service Dog Month, the Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act, led by Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas), seeks to help Veterans access trained service dogs. Multiple Veterans organizations, including...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 13, 2024
UPDATE: The House of Representatives has passed an emergency budget bill to address the VA’s shortfall. The bill is awaiting a vote in the Senate, where it is expected to pass before being sent to President Biden’s desk. Multiple Veterans Service...
by Christian Southards | Sep 11, 2024
After years in limbo, a Veterans landmark in Palo Alto is finally being restored after local Legionnaires, Stanford University, and members of the public and local government came together to find an amicable solution. Palo Alto’s Memorial Flagpole had stood for...
