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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced $42 million in grants for eligible organizations to help homeless Veterans and those at risk with legal services.
$42 Million in Grants to Support Homeless Veterans with Legal Services Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a significant milestone for its Health and Benefits mobile app, which has now been downloaded over 3 million …
Over 3 Million Downloads: VA’s Life-Changing App Revolutionizes Support for Veterans Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Chris Pielli, D-Chester, has taken a decisive step in advocating for medically retired veterans by advancing House Resolution 234. The resolution, which calls on Congress …
Fighting for Our Heroes: The Urgent Push to Secure Full Benefits for Medically Retired Veterans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a significant milestone in reducing its disability claims backlog, which has dropped below 200,000 for the first time since March …
VA Reduces Disability Claims Backlog to Lowest Levels Since 2023 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has unveiled plans to distribute $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations dedicated to preventing Veteran suicide or providing emergency clinical …
VA Announces $52.5 Million in Grants to Boost Veteran Suicide Prevention Efforts Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a significant expansion of the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) website, the nation’s most comprehensive online memorial dedicated to honoring …
VA Expands Veterans Legacy Memorial, Honors More American Heroes Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has unveiled a comprehensive three-part initiative designed to streamline access to benefits for survivors and dependents of deceased Veterans and servicemembers. …
VA Pledges Compassionate Care: Streamlining Benefits for Grieving Families Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) have introduced the HUD-USDA-VA Interagency Coordination Act, a bipartisan measure designed to address rising housing costs and limited availability …
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has voiced his support for the VA Employee Fairness Act, a bill aimed at granting full collective bargaining rights to healthcare professionals …
Fetterman Backs Legislation to Expand Union Rights for VA Health Professionals Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Throughout May, the Department of Veterans Affairs‘ (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) is spearheading nationwide efforts to honor the sacrifices of Veterans buried in VA national cemeteries. …
Honoring Sacrifice: VA National Cemetery Administration Leads Memorial May Tributes Read More