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Task Force Movement Expands Efforts to Include Healthcare Certifications for Veterans

During the Task Force Movement Credentialing Summit at The American Legion's 104th National Convention, Chairman Honorable Patrick J. Murphy announced Task Force Movement now include...

Empowering Veterans Through Compensated Work Therapy

Compensated Work Therapy, A VA vocational rehabilitation program, assists Veterans with mental and physical challenges in obtaining employment and overcoming job-related barriers.

American Legion Post 43 Organizes Event to Assist Veterans Affected by Hollywood Strike

Happening today, August 30, until 5pm, the American Legion Post 43 is hosting an event to provide support to Veterans who have been impacted by...

TRICARE Extends Coverage for Prenatal Genetic Tests and Screening

These six genetic prenantal tests and screenings are now included in the list of benefits covered by TRICARE.

Newport Harbor Post 291 Emerges As National Color Guard Champions At The 104th American Legion National Convention

During the 104th American Legion National Convention on Friday, August 25, Newport Harbor Post 291 secured victory as the champions in the National Color Guard...

VA’s Million Veteran Program Aims To Advance Veteran Health Research

The Million Veteran Program is a national research program aimed at exploring the intricate connections between genes, lifestyle, military experiences, and exposures and their effects...

VA Introduces Accessibility Feature for Blind Veterans to Read Decision Letters Online

The Department of Veterans Affairs has introduced a new feature that allows blind Veterans to independently read their VA benefits decision letters online through the...

We The Veterans and Military Families Launch National Campaign to Recruit Veterans as Poll Workers

A nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening democracy in the United States has announced a nationwide campaign to recruit Veterans and military family members to serve...

U.S. Government Accountability Office Analysis of VA Professional Services Contracts and Conflict of Interest Regulations

The U.S. Government Accountability Office recently conducted an analysis of the Department of Veterans Affairs' contracting practices for professional services and provided insights into the...

Restoration Efforts Underway to Save Historic Wadsworth Chapel for Veterans

Efforts are underway to save and restore the historic Wadsworth Chapel on the Veterans Administration’s north campus in West LA.