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New Anti-Fraud Measures Will Affect G.I. Bill Benefit Distributions for Veterans with Multiple Bank Accounts

Effective April 20, under new anti-fraud measures, Veterans will no longer be able to use multiple bank accounts for different VA benefits.

“Challenges and Opportunities” Forum for Women Veterans Taking Place at American Legion Palisades Post 283 on March 2

Attend the "Challenges and Opportunities" Forum at American Legion Palisades Post 283 on March 2, where Women Veterans can engage in networking, discussions, and gain...

Call for Entries: 2024 VA Veterans Day Poster Contest

The 2024 VA Veterans Day Poster Contest offers artists an opportunity to showcase their talent while paying homage to Veterans through creative expression.

Crisp Imaging Hosted a Grand Super Bowl Party for Marines and Veterans at Newport Beach American Legion

Orange County business organized a grand Super Bowl LVIII party at American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291, celebrating and honoring 300 Camp Pendleton Marines and...

AIR Report Presents the First In-Depth Analysis on the Effects of the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill on Veterans

A recent study conducted by the American Institutes for Research, a nonpartisan research organization, offers the first in-depth analysis of the impact of the Post-9/11...

Senate Bill 1124 Seeks to Protect Veterans From Claim Sharks

Senate Bill 1124 seeks to combat predatory practices targeting Veterans by criminalizing unauthorized access to VA systems and restricting fees charged by unaccredited individuals assisting...

American Legion Stands with Gold Star Spouses in Support of H.R. 3651

The American Legion is urging its members to support bipartisan legislation, H.R. 3651, which seeks to safeguard survivor benefits for remarried Gold Star Spouses by...

RAND Research Sheds Light on Challenges of Veteran Single Parents

The RAND Corporation's report examines the struggles of Veteran single parents and advocates for tailored support to address their distinct needs and foster their success.

The American Legion Calls for Legislative Action to Improve Department of Defense’s Tuition Assistance Program

The American Legion calls for legislative action to improve the Department of Defense's Tuition Assistance program, citing inadequacy in meeting the financial needs of Service...

VA Proposes Rule to Expand Presumed Exposure Areas for Agent Orange Benefits

The Department of Veterans Affairs proposes a rule to expand presumed areas of exposure to Agent Orange and similar herbicides, simplifying the process for eligible...