by Rikki Almanza | Jul 26, 2023
Leaders of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Senators Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at saving taxpayer dollars and increasing oversight of major acquisitions and contracts within the Department of...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 23, 2023
The Department of Veterans Affairs has taken a significant step forward in addressing the issue of sexual assault and harassment by establishing a dedicated hotline. Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors can now report incidents of sexual assault or...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 16, 2023
A recent report by the Office of Inspector General reveals that the Veterans Health Administration’s new online travel reimbursement program is failing to meet its intended goals. The Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System, launched in November 2020, was...
by Military Times | Feb 7, 2023
The VA Medical Center in Providence, R.I. (VA photo) This article was written by Leo Shane III and was originally published by the MilitaryTimes. Starting Jan. 17, all veterans will be able to access emergency mental health care free of charge at any Veterans Affairs...
by Christian Southards | Jun 3, 2022
Below is a comprehensive list of veterans bills expected to see debate in the California Assembly and Senate during the 2022 legislative session. California American Legion news will continue to cover these bills as new actions are undertaken. The deadline for new...
