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Rikki Almanza
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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 Bipartisan 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.
Veteran Housing Expands Across California with Multiple New Developments
California is expanding affordable housing for Veterans with several new developments offering permanent homes and supportive services.
WWII’s Oldest Paratrooper, Sgt. Joe Harris, to Be Laid to Rest in Inglewood
WWII Veteran Joe Harris, believed to be the oldest World War II paratrooper, will be laid to rest this Saturday with full military honors in...
American Legion Riders Encouraged to Partake in Harley-Davidson 2025 Lets Ride Challenge
As part of a $1 million donation effort to support Veterans and first responders, American Legion Riders are encouraged to join the Harley-Davidson’s 2025 Let’s...
USAF Band to Perform Free Concerts in California March 31 to April 5
Experience the powerful music of the USAF Band and Singing Sergeants live from March 31 to April 5 in California with free admission.
Senator Ricketts Pushes for Federal Tax Cuts on Social Security and Veteran Benefits
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts has introduced federal legislation to eliminate taxes on Social Security and military retirement benefits, providing financial relief for retirees and Veterans.
The American Legion Advocates for Transition Assistance Program Improvements
The American Legion urged Congress to evolve and modernize TAP to better assist Service Members and their families in transitioning to civilian life.
Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Expand GI Bill Benefits for Purple Heart Veterans
The bipartisan Purple Heart Veterans Education Act, reintroduced in January, has been referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
