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Rikki Almanza
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California American Legion Posts: Share Your Plans for “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day”
If your California American Legion post has organized an event for National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we invite you to share your plans with us.
VA Records the Highest Amount of Benefits Ever Given to Women Veterans
The VA has reached a milestone by delivering a record-breaking number of disability compensation benefits to Women Veterans, marking a significant step forward in providing...
43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games Registration Open for New Orleans Event
Registration is open for the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games, a platform for Veterans with disabilities to engage in sports and rehabilitation activities, taking place...
Veterans Exposed to Asbestos During Military Service May Be Eligible for VA Disability Compensation
Veterans exposed to asbestos during military service face potential long-term health risks, including respiratory illnesses and cancer, and may be eligible for disability compensation through...
VA Announces Housing Plan for 41,000 Homeless Veterans
The VA plans to provide housing for over 41,000 homeless Veterans, with a particular focus on Los Angeles, as part of ongoing efforts to combat...
Senator Angus King Proposes Safe Firearm Storage for Veterans at American Legion Posts
Senator Angus King proposes for American Legion posts to offer safe storage for firearms to assist Veterans at risk of suicide, stating the importance of...
House Lawmakers Demand Accountability Over McKinsey and Company’s Role in VA Opioid Prescriptions
House lawmakers are questioning the VA about McKinsey and Company's role in advising opioid manufacturers and influencing VA opioid prescriptions.
The American Legion Supports Legislation Safeguarding Gun Rights for Veterans with Fiduciaries
The American Legion, along with Veterans advocates, support legislation preventing the VA from stripping gun rights based on fiduciary appointments for VA benefits.
VA Finalizes Policy Allowing Abortions for Veterans Under Specific Circumstances
The VA has finalized a policy permitting abortions for Veterans in specific circumstances, even in states where abortion is prohibited.
Lawmakers and Veteran Groups Renew Efforts to Advance Legislation Granting Combat Disabled Veterans Full Benefits
Leading lawmakers and Veterans organizations are once again pushing for support of the Major Richard Star Act, a bill designed to expand benefits for Veterans...
