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Rikki Almanza
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Veterans and Survivors See VA Benefit Increases in 2026
Veterans, military retirees, and survivors will see a boost to their benefits in 2026 as cost-of-living adjustments take effect across several VA programs.
VA Reinstates Abortion Restrictions Within Veterans Health Care System
The VA is considering a proposed rule that would restore limits on abortion services offered through the VA health care system.
State Housing Funds Bring New Supportive Homes for Homeless Veterans
Proposition 1 funding is expanding permanent supportive housing for homeless Veterans across five new projects in California.
FDA Cannabis Reclassification Opens Door to Expanded Research for Veterans
American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley joined President Donald Trump on December 18 as the president signed an executive order to expedite cannabis reclassification,...
VA Plans Major Health Care Reorganization
The VA has announced plans for the largest restructuring of the Veterans Health Administration since 1995.
Bay Area Leaders Demand Answers After VA Decision to Cancel Veterans Clinic and Cemetery
Bay Area lawmakers and local officials are demanding answers after the VA canceled plans for the long-awaited Alameda Point clinic and Veterans cemetery.
California Legislators Prepare for a Vote on SB 694 to Help Stop Predatory Claims Practices
Supporters are calling on Veterans to reach out to their state senators and voice their support for SB 694, which protects California Veterans from predatory...
VA Research Explores Treatment Options for Gastric Cancer, Kidney Disease, and MS
The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Research and Development recently released three new research briefs covering progress in cancer treatment, chronic kidney disease care,...
VA Expands Access to Gynecology Care for Women Veterans
Women Veterans can now book VA gynecology appointments directly without a primary care referral.
RAND Report Reveals Changing Veteran Demographics and Rising Challenges for Younger Veterans
A new RAND report finds that while the Veteran population is aging and becoming more diverse, younger and post-9/11 Veterans face significantly higher mental health...
