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Rikki Almanza
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(UPDATED) AB 1638 Could Bring Veterans Services Directly to California Military Bases
California Assembly Bill 1638 would fund County Veterans Service Officers on military bases to help transitioning Service Members and Veterans access benefits.
New Report Finds Veterans Well Positioned for These Six Careers Despite Rise of AI
A 2026 report from Hire Heroes USA and Redeployable finds Veterans remain well positioned for careers in fields like cybersecurity, healthcare, and logistics despite growing...
Pentagon to Continue Support for Scouting America After Youth Organization Agrees to Policy Demands, New Benefits for Military Families
The Pentagon will continue supporting Scouting America under a new agreement requiring the group to officially eliminate DEI programs and update gender policies in line...
(UPDATED) VA Halts Enforcement of Medication Disability Rule
The VA has halted enforcement of its disability ratings rule just days after it took effect, following intense backlash from Veterans, advocacy groups, and lawmakers.
(Updated) Korean War Veteran and Legionnaire Royce Williams May Finally Receive Medal of Honor
Legislation has opened the door for retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams to receive the Medal of Honor for his long-classified 1952 Korean War aerial victory.
California Bill Would Make Parking Benefits More Accessible for Disabled Veterans
California Senate Bill 1034 would make it easier for Disabled Veterans to qualify for parking benefits by aligning California's rules more closely with federal disability...
Federal Lawsuit Filed After Veteran Detained During Camarillo Immigration Raid
Army Veteran George Retes has taken legal action against the federal government following his detention during a large immigration raid in Southern California.
New VA Report Finds Veteran Suicide Crisis Continues
The 2025 VA annual report shows higher suicide rates among younger Veterans, those not connected to VA care, Veterans experiencing homelessness, and those recently diagnosed...
New Veteran Laws Expand Housing, Job Support, VA Oversight
New legislation signed into law on January 20 brings several policy changes that affect how Veterans access housing assistance, employment support, and VA funding oversight.
VA Hiring 300 Counselors and Specialists for VR&E Program Nationwide
The VA is hiring more than 300 counselors and specialists to strengthen its VR&E program and expand career and education support for veterans with service...
