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Rikki Almanza
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Veterans Could See Faster Access to Emerging Treatments Under Senate Bill 4220
Senate Bill 4220 would prepare the VA to deliver emerging treatments to Veterans faster, with bipartisan support and backing from major Veteran advocacy groups.
End of VA Relief Program Leaves Thousands of Veterans Facing Foreclosure
Thousands of Veterans are losing their homes after the VA ended a mortgage relief program, leaving many without a clear path to avoid foreclosure.
Air Force Revises Records for Veterans Discharged Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal
Hundreds of former Air Force service members who were discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine are now seeing changes to their military records.
New Bill Could Make It Easier for Veterans to Buy Homes
A new bipartisan bill could speed up VA home loans by increasing the number of appraisers to help Veterans, especially those in rural areas, compete...
New Housing Project in San Bernardino to Support Veterans in Need
A new housing development in San Bernardino is focused on helping Veterans who are experiencing homelessness or living on limited incomes. The development, called the...
Many Disabled Veterans Unaware They Now Qualify for Tax-Free ABLE Accounts
The ABLE Age Adjustment Act expands tax-free savings accounts to about 1 million more Veterans by raising the disability eligibility age from 26 to 46.
Senate Committee Advances Bills on Toxic Exposure, Classified Service, and Emergency VA Care
Senate committee advances legislation focused on toxic exposure research, classified service benefits, and emergency response for Veterans.
VA Announces $112 Million in Suicide Prevention Grants for Veteran Support Organizations
The VA is making $112 million in suicide prevention grants available to nonprofits, governments, and community organizations working to support Veterans and connect them with...
Veterans Groups Challenge VA Rule Limiting Access to GI Bill Education Benefits
Veterans groups and the state of Virginia have filed a lawsuit challenging a VA rule that they say restricts access to combined education benefits under...
New VA Policy Allows Guardianship for Some At-Risk Veterans
The VA and Justice Department announced a new plan allowing federal attorneys to seek court-appointed guardians for certain Veterans who are unable to make their...
