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 Rikki Almanza | Oct 29, 2024
In a major development for Veterans who served at the Karshi-Khanabad, K2, base in Uzbekistan, the VA announced today plans to expand health and benefits coverage for illnesses linked to toxic exposure at the former Soviet base. Secretary Denis McDonough revealed that...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 25, 2024
In a push to improve services for Veterans, two U.S. House lawmakers have introduced a bill to permanently establish the Veterans Experience Office, VEO, within the VA, according to a report by Stars and Stripes. The VEO office, initially founded in 2015, has played a...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 18, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in Bufkin v. McDonough, a case challenging how the Veterans Court applies the “benefit of the doubt” rule in disability claims, with potential implications for thousands of Veterans’ benefit...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 7, 2024
The VA has launched a nationwide telehealth emergency care service to improve emergency response for Veterans while reducing reliance on non-VA facilities. This virtual care service, piloted successfully in recent months, now connects Veterans with VA Health Connect,...
by Rikki Almanza | Oct 4, 2024
On October 1, the VA proposed a new grant program designed to expand access to VA programs and benefits. This program would provide funding to entities that offer legal assistance to Veterans and former Service Members, helping them access VA services, improve their...
