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Rikki Almanza
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New Studies Reveal Long-Term Health Toll on Vietnam Veterans
Two new studies from Columbia University and the VA Boston Healthcare System show that Vietnam Veterans still face serious physical and mental health issues linked...

U.S. Supreme Court Considers Case That Could Expand Combat Disability Pay for Veterans
The Supreme Court is weighing whether medically retired Veterans like Simon Soto are entitled to more years of retroactive combat-related compensation.

2025 Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day Discounts for Veterans and Active Military
The California Legionnaire is compiling a list of special offers, discounts, and promotions that California Veterans and Service Members can take advantage of during Military...

Celebrating Community and Service Across California on American Legion Family Day
American Legion Family Day on April 26 invites communities across California to celebrate service, support Veterans, and connect with local posts.

VA Secretary Collins Outlines Workforce and Operational Changes at Department
VA Secretary Doug Collins outlines restructuring plans focused on streamlining operations and maintaining core services for Veterans ahead of his May 7 Senate testimony.

VA Officials Acknowledge Privacy Concerns for Telehealth Therapy Amid Return-to-Office Mandate
VA officials now say telehealth therapists must have private workspaces to protect Veterans’ confidentiality.

Senator Archuleta Pushes for Full Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans in California
Senator Bob Archuleta’s Senate Bill 296 proposes full property tax exemptions for California Veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities and their surviving spouses.

Senators Introduce Bill to Protect Housing Access for Homeless Disabled Veterans
A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation to permanently ensure disabled Veterans experiencing homelessness are not denied housing assistance due to their disability benefits.

House Approves 7 Bills Supporting Veterans and Their Families
The House passed seven bipartisan bills to improve Veterans’ benefits, simplify the claims process, expand education access, and support survivors and families.

VA Ending Temporary VASP Program That Helped Prevent Veteran Foreclosures
The VA will stop accepting new applications for its temporary mortgage relief program, VASP, on May 1.