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Veterans’ benefits

United States Department of Veterans Affairs
National / Veteran Issues

VA Cuts Disability Claims Backlog to Six-Year Low

July 12, 2026July 12, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs reduced its disability compensation and pension claims backlog below 70,000 as of July 7, the lowest level since February 2020, shortening delays …

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Department of Veterans Affairs
National / Veteran Issues

VA Ends West Los Angeles Leases, Seeks Dental Contractor, and Streamlines Survivor Benefit Claims

February 15, 2026February 14, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

What This Means for You West Los Angeles Campus: The VA has terminated three agreements at the West LA medical campus to reclaim property for a planned housing and support …

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Veterans
Veteran Issues

Katie Muth to Host Annual Veterans Expo in Oaks

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

ROYERSFORD, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) will host her annual Veterans Expo on Saturday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center …

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
National / Veteran Issues

VA Expands Burial Benefits for Veterans Receiving Hospice Care at Home

July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced a temporary expansion of burial benefits for certain Veterans, marking a significant change aimed at better honoring those …

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Department of Veterans Affairs
National / Veteran Issues

VA Pledges Compassionate Care: Streamlining Benefits for Grieving Families

May 11, 2025May 10, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

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. …

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
National / Veteran Issues

VA Shatters Records with Over 1 Million Disability Claims Processed—Relief for Veterans Faster Than Ever

March 4, 2025March 3, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has surpassed one million processed disability claims for Fiscal Year 2025, marking the earliest this milestone has been reached in the …

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