Message to My Readers 081424

 

The last update to this blog was posted on July 14, 2024, exactly a month ago.

This update captures the high points of what has happened in the past month. 

 

My health remains pretty good, overall.  However, I need to get a procedure done with my vocal cords that may prevent fluid from getting into my lungs.

 

This blog update is about 128 pages of links to the news covering the last month.  They appear in the categories listed below, including Veterans; Criminal Justice and Racism and Ageism and other discrimination; Economics and Coronavirus; Economics and Corruption and Healthcare and Education; Ecology and Pollution and Climate Change; Politics and Coronavirus; Politics; Terrorism; Military; and General and Miscellaneous (includes spirituality, music, etc.).   Don’t forget to click on the items in the column on the right to open the pages for those categories.  Then, click on the link to each article for details pertaining to that headline.

 

The war of resistance by Ukraine against the Russian invasion about 31 months ago continues.  It appears that when hostilities end, Ukraine will become a member of NATO.  Russian losses seem to be significantly higher than Ukranian losses.  Millions of refugees have resulted from the war.  Now, Ukraine is taking the fight across the border into Russian territory, presumably to incentivize Russia to get its troops out of Ukraine.

 

The world is in a great struggle to determine if the dominant form of government will be authoritarianism or democracy.  Even here in the United States, long known as the world’s beacon of democracy, there is a question about whether democracy can survive without another civil war.  It must be noted that democracy is not a spectator sport; rather, one must participate in the democratic process by supporting your preferred candidates and legislative initiatives and voting in every election.   

 

Let’s remember that two obvious existential threats faced by humanity are climate change and nuclear holocaust.

 

We must continue to resist tyranny, fascism, authoritarianism, racism, sexism, misogyny, xenophobia, ageism, etc.  The three impurities of life are avarice, anger, and ignorance.  What others need from us is respect, kindness, and love.  The more respect, kindness, and love that we give to others, the more respect, kindness, and love we get in our lives and the better we feel about ourselves.  The 8 billion human beings on planet earth need to cooperate more with each other and compete less with each other.  We all need to learn how to equitably and sustainably share the resources of the earth with each other and with all other species on planet earth.

 

Peace and love to all.  Feedback is welcome.  My contact information is:

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Veterans related links 081424

H.R.41 - VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023.  01/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/21/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/41  

 

H.R.91 - One Bill, One Subject Transparency Act.  01/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/91  

 

H.R.194 - SECURE America Act

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/194  

 

H.R.226 - Veterans Collaboration Act.  01/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/226  

 

H.R. 232 - Real Justice for Our Veterans Act of 2023.  01/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/232  

 

H.R.234 - Gerald’s Law Act.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide a burial and funeral allowance for a veteran who dies from a non-service-connected disability in a home or other setting at which the veteran was receiving VA hospice care (if such care was directly preceded by VA hospital or nursing home care).  01/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/234  

 

H.R.236 - To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.  01/10/2023 - Introduced in House.  01/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/236

 

H.R.251 - To name the Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic". 01/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/251  

 

H.R.291 - Vaccine Discharge Parity Act.   This bill ensures that members of the Armed Forces who were granted a general discharge under honorable conditions (on the sole basis that the members failed to obey a lawful order to receive a vaccine for COVID-19) are eligible for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) educational assistance under the Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty and Post-9/11 GI Bill programs.  The bill also extends certain loan fee rates through March 1, 2031, under the VA's home loan program.

01/11/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/30/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/291  

 

H.R.303 - Retired Pay Restoration Act.  01/11/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/303  

 

H.R.333 - Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act.  01/12/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/333  

 

H.R.497 - Freedom for Health Care Workers Act.  01/25/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means.  01/31/2023 - On passage Passed by recorded vote: 227 – 203.  02/01/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/497  

 

H.R.502 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for certain contributions made by such members towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.  01/25/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  02/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/07/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1124).  03/08/2023 - Received in the Senate.  03/16/2023 - Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.  03/21/2023 - Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 29.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/502  

 

H.R.522 – Deliver for Veterans Act.  This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to pay the total shipping price for the delivery of an automobile or other conveyance to certain disabled veterans or members of the Armed Forces. Currently, the VA may pay the lesser of (1) $24,115 (adjusted annually for inflation), or (2) the full purchase price associated with providing an automobile or other conveyance to such individuals (not including delivery costs).  01/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  a03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  11/02/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  11/15/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/522  

 

H.R.537 - Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act.  01/26/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/537  

 

H.R.542 - Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act of 2023.  01/26/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 07/26/2023 - Subcommittee on Health Discharged. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote. 11/29/2023 - House     Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-284. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 228.  12/05/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 – 5.  12/06/2023 - Received in the Senate.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/542  

 

H.R.562 - Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2023.  01/26/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/562  

 

H.R.645 - Healthy Foundations for Homeless Veterans Act.  01/31/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/22/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/30/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 04/18/2023             Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/645

 

H.R. 693 - H.R.693 - VACANT Act.  01/31/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

03/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/693

 

H.R.705 - Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act.  02/01/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/19/2023 -     Committee Hearings Held.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 13 - 10.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/705  

 

H.R.728 - To direct the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training to carry out a pilot program on short-term fellowship programs for veterans.  02/01/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/24/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/30/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/728  

 

H.R.746 - Streamlining Aviation for Eligible Veterans Act.  02/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/30/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/746  

 

HR 753 - VA Cost Savings Enhancement Act.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to install and operate an on-site regulated medical waste treatment system at each VA facility that would benefit from such a system's cost savings. In order to identify which VA facilities would benefit, the VA must develop a uniform regulated medical waste cost analysis model to determine the cost savings associated with the use of an on-site regulated medical waste treatment system.  02/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/08/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 137).  03/09/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/753  

 

H.R.754 - Modernizing Veterans’ Health Care Eligibility Act.  02/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/01/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/754  

 

H.R.808 - Veterans Patient Advocacy Act.  02/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. 03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/808  

 

H.R.815 - Removing Extraneous Loopholes Insuring Every Veteran Emergency Act or the RELIEVE Act. 

This bill expands eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reimbursement of emergency treatment for veterans who are treated in a non-VA facility. Specifically, the bill waives the requirement that a veteran must have received VA care within the 24-month period preceding the furnishing of emergency treatment if the veteran receives such emergency treatment within the 60-day period following their enrollment in the VA health care system.  Additionally, the bill extends through December 28, 2031, higher rates for certain loan fees under the VA home loan program.

02/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/01/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/07/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1126).  03/08/2023 - Received in the Senate. 03/16/2023 - Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.  03/21/2023 - Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 30.  02/08/2024 - Upon reconsideration, third cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 67 - 32.  02/09/2024 - Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 64 – 19.  Measure laid before Senate by motion. 02/10/2024 - Considered by Senate. 02/12/2024 - Considered by Senate.       Motion to waive all applicable budgetary discipline with respect to the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 66 - 33. 02/13/2024 - Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 70 – 29. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/815

 

H.R.854 - Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act.  2/06/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/06/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/854

 

H.R.939 - To modify the restriction in section 3326 of title 5, United States Code, relating to the appointment of retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in the Department of Defense to apply to positions at or above the GS-14 level.  02/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/939

 

H.R.984 - Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act.  02/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 04/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/984

 

H.R.1003 - To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a study and clinical trials on the effects of cannabis on certain health outcomes of veterans with chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder, and for other purposes.  02/14/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1003

 

H.R.1015 - Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act.  02/14/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1015  

 

H.R.1045 - To amend title 10, United States Code, to improve dependent coverage under the TRICARE Young Adult Program.  02/14/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1045  

 

H.R.1083 - Caring for Survivors Act of 2023.  This bill would “amend title 38, United States Code, to improve and to expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation paid to certain survivors of certain veterans, and for other purposes.”  It would also look to change the “10 Year Rule” to a graduated 5-10 years with 50% for death after 5 years, 60% for death after 6 years, etc.  02/17/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1083

 

H.R.1089 - VA Medical Center Facility Transparency Act.  02/17/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1089  

 

H.R.1139 - Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding VA Benefits Act or the GUARD VA Benefits Act.  This bill imposes fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. The attempted commission of such offenses is also punishable by fine.  02/21/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary.  03/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1139

 

H.R.1169 - VA E-Notification Enhancement Act.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide eligibility and award documents related to specified VA educational assistance programs (e.g., the Post-9/11 GI Bill) in an electronic format. Specifically, the VA must electronically provide (1) a certificate of eligibility for an individual's entitlement to assistance, and (2) an award letter regarding the authorization to receive assistance.  An individual may elect to receive documents by mail and may revoke such an election at any time.  02/24/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/30/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1169  

 

H.R.1182 - Veterans Serving Veterans Act of 2023.  This bill updates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) current recruiting database by requiring the VA to maintain a single searchable database to be known as the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs Recruitment Database.  With respect to vacant positions for critical jobs or mental health professionals, the database must list (1) the military occupational specialty or skill that corresponds to the position, and (2) each qualified member of the Armed Forces who may be recruited to fill the position before such qualified member has been discharged and released from active duty. Qualified members of the Armed Forces are those service members who (1) are being separated or recently separated from active duty, (2) elect to be listed in the database, and (3) have been determined by the VA to have a military occupational specialty.  The database must list the following for each qualified member of the Armed Forces: name, contact information, expected discharge date, and military occupational specialty.  The VA must implement direct hiring and appointment procedures for vacant database positions and may authorize relocation bonuses.  The bill also requires the VA to train and certify veterans who served as basic health care technicians in the Armed Forces to work as VA intermediate care technicians.02/24/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1182  

 

H.R.1226 - Wounded Warrior Access Act.  Related to online ways to submit claims-related records requests.  02/28/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/07/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 132).  03/08/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1226  

 

H.R.1256 - Veterans Health Administration Leadership Transformation Act. 02/28/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1256  

 

H.R.1278 - DRIVE Act.  Driver Reimbursement Increase for Veteran Equity (DRIVE) Act to increase the mileage reimbursement rate for veterans receiving health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs.  03/01/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1278

 

H.R.1282 – Major Richard Star Act.  To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand eligibility to certain military retirees for concurrent receipt of veterans' disability compensation and retired pay or combat-related special compensation, and for other purposes. 03/01/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  06/21/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held  AND Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.  07/18/2023 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Armed Services. Committee on Veterans' Affairs discharged.  Placed on the Union Calendar. 

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1282  

 

H.R.1329 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for an increase in the maximum number of judges who may be appointed to the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.  This bill increases the maximum possible number of judges presiding over the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to nine judges.  03/01/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/23/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/19/2023 - Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Discharged.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1329

 

H.R.1369 - Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1369

 

H.R.1378 - Veterans’ Appeals Backlog Improvement Act.  03/07/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1378

 

H.R.1413 - Expanding America’s National Cemetery Act of 2023.  03/07/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 03/30/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1413  

 

H.R.1432 - VETT Act.  03/07/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.  1/30/2023 -Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 42 - 0.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1432  

 

H.R. 1529, Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2023. 03/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 03/29/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 04/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  04/28/2023 - Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1529

 

H.R. 1530, Veterans Benefits Improvement Act; 03/10/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  03/29/2023 – Subcommittee Hearing.  04/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1530  

 

H.R.1606 - Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act of 2023.  This bill provides statutory authority for the Boots to Business Program, which provides entrepreneurship training to individuals including veterans and active members of the Armed Forces, to be administered by the Small Business Administration.  03/14/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1606  

 

H.R.1635 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of survivors' and dependents' educational assistance provided to an eligible individual pursuing a program of education at an institution in the Republic of the Philippines.  03/17/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/31/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1635

 

H.R.1639 - VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2023.  03/17/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/11/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1639  

 

H.R.1669 - VET–TEC (Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses) Authorization Act of 2023.  This bill addresses various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and benefits, including to continue a high technology program and provide burial and funeral allowances for certain veterans.  03/21/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/11/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  05/24/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 – 9.  05/30/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1669  

 

H.R.1753 - To ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service.  03/23/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1753  

 

H.R.1767 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide that educational assistance paid under Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance programs to an individual who pursued a program or course of education that was suspended or terminated for certain reasons shall not be charged against the entitlement of the individual, and for other purposes.  03/23/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/06/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.  04/29/2024 - Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.  Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2696-2698).  The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1767.  At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.  04/30/2024 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2716).  On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 6 (Roll no. 161). (text: 04/29/2024 CR H2696).  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.  05/01/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1767  

 

H.R.1774 - VA Emergency Transportation Act.  03/24/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. 06/21/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1774  

 

H.R.1786 - GROW Act (Get Rewarding Outdoor Work for our Veterans Act).  03/24/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  04/08/2023 -      Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  07/20/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  09/20/2023 - Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged.  Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1786  

 

H.R.1799 - EMPLOY VETS Act (Ensure Military Personnel Learn Opportunities Yielding Vocations that Employ Transitioning Servicemembers Act).  03/24/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/07/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  04/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1799

 

H.R.1815 - Expanding Veterans’ Options for Long Term Care Act.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a three-year pilot program to assess the effectiveness of providing assisted living services to eligible veterans, including by assessing the satisfaction of veterans participating in the pilot program. Eligible veterans are those who (1) are eligible for assisted living services as determined by the VA; and (2) are already receiving nursing home level care paid for by the VA, are eligible for such care from the VA, or exceed the requirements for domiciliary care paid for by the VA but do not meet the requirements for nursing home level care paid for by the VA.  The Inspector General of the VA must report to Congress on the pilot program, and the VA must submit a follow-up plan to address any deficiencies that are identified in the report.  03/27/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  06/21/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1815  

 

H.R.2023 - To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Education, Innovation and Improvement for fiscal year 2024.  H.R.2023 - To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Education, Innovation and Improvement for fiscal year 2024.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2023

 

H.R.2413 - Dental Care for Veterans Act.  03/30/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2413

 

H.R.2414 - CHAMPVA Children’s Care Protection Act of 2023.  This bill provides that a child shall be eligible for medical care under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) until the child's 26th birthday, regardless of the child's marital status.  03/30/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2414  

 

H.R.2441 - Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2023.  03/30/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health BY Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2441  

 

H.R.2499 - VA Supply Chain Management System Authorization Act.  04/06/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/14/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2499  

 

H.R.2537 - BAH Restoration Act.  This bill increases the monthly amount of the basic housing allowance for members of the uniformed services inside the United States. Specifically, the monthly amount of allowance for a member must be the amount of the monthly cost of adequate housing in the area, as determined by the Department of Defense, for members of the uniformed services serving in the same pay grade and same dependency status as the member.  04/06/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2537  

 

H.R.2683 - VA Flood Preparedness Act.  This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to make contributions to local authorities to mitigate the risk of flooding on local property adjacent to VA medical facilities.  04/18/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2683  

 

H.R.2768 - PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act.  04/20/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2768  

 

H.R.2809 - To authorize an electronic health record modernization program of the Department of Veterans Affairs and increase oversight and accountability of the program to better serve veterans, medical professionals of the Department, and taxpayers, and for other purposes.  04/24/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2809

 

H.R.2811 - Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023.  04/25/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  04/26/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.  Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.  04/26/2023 - On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 – 215.  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2811

 

H.R.2818 - Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act.  This bill increases the maximum amount authorized under the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant program to $10,000 for veterans with a service-connected disability and $5,000 for those with disabilities that are not service-connected. The HISA grant program provides medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to veterans' (or service members') primary residence for specified purposes (e.g., allowing for entrance to their home).  The bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to increase the dollar amount of the grant in accordance with inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index.  04/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  05/05/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. 06/21/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2818  

 

H.R.2872 - Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes. 04/26/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.  09/20/2023 -On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: 9/18/2023 CR H4366).  09/21/2023 - Received in the Senate.  01/16/2024 - Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 13.  01/18/2024 - S.Amdt.1384 Amendment SA 1384, under the order of 1/17/2024, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 44 - 50.  Passed Senate, under the order of 1/17/2024, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 77 - 18. 1/18/2024 - On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 314 – 108. The measure averts a looming government shutdown and will fund federal agencies into March.  It passed the House 314-108 with the most conservative members opposing it. 01/19/2024 - Presented to President and signed by the President.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2872  

 

S.2888 - TAP Promotion Act.  09/21/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2888  

 

H.R.2911 - Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2023.  04/26/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  05/12/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.   04/16/2024 - Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2911  

 

H.R.2929 - Fleet Reserve Association 100th Anniversary Act.  04/27/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2929  

 

H.R.2971 - Veterans Claims Education Act of 2023.  04/27/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  05/12/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 09/11/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 07/10/2024 -Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2971  

 

H.R.3225 - BUILD for Veterans Act of 2023.  05/11/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/02/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3225  

 

H.R.3232 - To amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the forgiveness or offset of an overpayment of retired pay paid to a joint account for a period after the death of the retired member of the Armed Forces.  05/11/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3232

 

H.R.3489 - Restore Veterans’ Compensation Act of 2023.  05/18/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 06/12/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3489  

 

H.R.3511 - Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act.  05/18/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.  05/23/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  09/19/2023 - Reported by the Committee on Small Business.  02/28/2024 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.  02/29/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3511  

 

H.R.3520 - Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023.  05/18/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/09/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3520

 

H.R.3546 - Study To Observe and Prevent (STOP) Human Trafficking Act of 2023.  05/18/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3546  

 

H.R. 3581 - Caregiver Outreach and Program Enhancement (COPE) Act.  05/22/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/19/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. 06/21/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/18/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.  10/25/2023 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 201.  12/04/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.  12/05/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3581  

 

H.R.3584 - Veterans CARE Act.  05/22/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/21/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3584

 

H.R.3592 - Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act.  05/22/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3592   

 

H.R.3644 - ACT for Veterans Act.  05/24/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3644  

 

H.R.3651 - Love Lives On Act of 2023.  05/24/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  06/29/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Action By: Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  4/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3651  

 

H.R.3718 - Department of Veterans Affairs Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Processing Claims Improvement Act of 2023.  05/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 06/12/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3718  

 

H.R.3722 - Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act.  This bill requires the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to jointly carry out a five-year pilot program to assess the feasibility and advisability of providing certain services and a module comprised of specified elements as part of the pre-separation transition process for members of the Armed Forces for the purpose of reducing the incidence of suicide among veterans.  05/25/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  07/17/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  11/02/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

11/15/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3722  

 

H.R.3738 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs the Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration, and for other purposes. 05/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/10/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 11/02/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 11/15/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.  01/29/2024 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-360.  Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-360.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 295.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 295.  04/29/2024 - Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.  Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2685-2687).  The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3738.  At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.  04/30/2024 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2714-2715).  On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 10 (Roll no. 159). (text: 04/29/2024 CR H2685-2686)   Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.  05/01/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3738  

 

H.R.3790 - Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2023 - 06/01/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/12/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote. 

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3790 

 

H.R.3811 - Veterans Mental and Behavioral Health Quality of Care Act.  06/05/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/05/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3811  

 

H.R.3848 - Housing our Military Veterans Effectively Act of 2023.  06/06/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 06/14/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.  09/08/2023 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-189.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 152.  12/04/2023 - At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12/05/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 10 (Roll no. 695).  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12/06/2023 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3848  

 

H.R.3874 - Veterans Education Assistance Improvement Act.  06/06/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/14/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3874  

 

H.R.3888 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to strengthen benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida, and for other purposes.   06/07/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/19/2023 - Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote. 

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3888

 

H.R.3933 - TAP Promotion Act.  H.R. 3933 would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to review and approve presentations by veterans service organizations (e.g., American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans) that promote VA benefits and include information on how such organizations can assist veterans in filing claims for benefits. The bill also would require VA to submit annual reports to the Congress regarding those presentations.  06/07/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  06/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/14/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3933

 

H.R.3943 - Servicemember Employment Protection Act of 2023.  06/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/14/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3943  

 

H.R.3981 - Veterans Education Oversight Expansion Act.  06/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 06/13/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 06/14/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. 07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote. 07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3981  

 

H.R.4016 - Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act.  06/12/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/17/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.  04/12/2024 - Reported by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-457.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 379.  04/29/2024 - Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.  Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2695-2696).  The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4016.  At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

04/30/2024 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2715-2716).  On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 160). (text: 04/29/2024 CR H2695).  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

05/01/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4016  

 

H.R.4150 - Improving Whole Health for Veterans with Chronic Conditions Act.  06/15/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4150  

 

H.R.4061 - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an exposure registry and conduct epidemiological studies to assess health outcomes associated with the Red Hill Incident.  06/13/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 06/16/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4061  

 

H.R.4150 - Improving Whole Health for Veterans with Chronic Conditions Act.  06/15/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/10/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4150  

 

H.R.4157 - Not Just a Number Act.  To require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to take a more comprehensive look at the factors that best prevent veteran suicide.  06/15/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/25/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4157  

 

H.R.4190 - Restoring Benefits to Defrauded Veterans Act.  06/15/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/25/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4190

 

H.R.4220 - Dental Care for Our Troops Act.  06/20/2023   Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4220  

 

H.R.4249 - VET PFAS Act.  06/21/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 08/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4249  

 

H.R.4278 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify personnel action procedures with respect to employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  06/22/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  07/12/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  07/26/2023                - HVAC Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  07/26/2023 - Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 14 - 11.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4278

 

H.R.4306 - Michael Lecik Military Firefighters Protection Act.  06/22/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 08/11/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4306  

 

H.R.4366 - Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024.  06/27/2023 - The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure. 07/27/2023 - On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 219 – 211.  09/05/2023 - Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders.  10/25/2023 - S.Amdt.1354 Amendment SA 1354 proposed by Senator Kennedy to Amendment SA 1092. (consideration: CR S5168-5169) To prohibit the availability of funds for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. 10/25/2023 - S.Amdt.1354 Amendment SA 1354 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 45.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4366  

S.Amdt.1354 to S.Amdt.1092 – Amends H.R.4366

https://www.congress.gov/amendment/118th-congress/senate-amendment/1354/text  

 

H.R.4424 - Vietnam Veterans Liver Fluke Cancer Study Act.  06/30/2023- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  08/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 10/24/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

05/01/2024 - Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Discharged.  Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4424  

 

H.R.4461 - To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make certain improvements relating to the transmission of disability benefits questionnaire data to the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  07/03/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  07/12/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  07/19/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  07/26/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4461

 

H.R. 4562 - Ernest Peltz Accrued Veterans Benefits Act.  The number of this bill in the 117th Congress was H.R. 7050. 07/11/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/19/2023 - Committee Hearings Held.

https://stefanik.house.gov/2023/7/stefanik-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-enhance-veterans-access-to-va-benefits

 

H.R.4566 - Providing Radiation Exposed Servicemembers Undisputed Medical Eligibility Act.  07/11/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  11/08/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4566

 

H.R.4569 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): Veteran Service Recognition Act of 2023.  07/12/2023 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4569

 

H.R.4627 - Afghan Adjustment Act.  07/13/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4627  

 

H.R.4886 - ACES Act.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study and report on the prevalence and mortality of cancers among veterans who served on active duty as aircrew members and regularly flew in fixed-wing aircraft.  07/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  08/15/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4886  

 

H.R.5530 - VA Emergency Transportation Access Act.  09/18/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  09/25/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5530  

 

H.R.5247 - Expedited Hiring for VA Trained Psychiatrists Act of 2023.  08/22/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  09/01/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5247  

 

H.R.5559 - Protecting Veterans Claim Options Act.  09/19/2023    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  09/28/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5559  

 

H.R.5641 - Pay Our Troops Act.  09/21/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. 09/28/2023 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5641  

 

H.R.5785 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the requirements of the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship.  09/28/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  10/16/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  11/02/202 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  11/15/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5785  

 

H.R.5794 - Veterans Affairs Peer Review Neutrality Act of 2023.  09/28/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  11/09/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5794  

 

H.R.5870 - Veteran Appeals Transparency Act of 2023.  10/02/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 10/16/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote. 05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5870  

 

H.R.5890 - Review Every Veterans Claim Act of 2023.  10/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 11/06/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. 12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5890  

 

H.R.5891 - Veteran Appeals Decision Clarity Act.  10/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5891

 

H.R.5914 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the processes to approve programs of education for purposes of the educational assistance programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 10/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  11/01/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  11/02/2023 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  11/15/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.   04/09/2024 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-449. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 373.  04/29/2024 - Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2693-2695).  The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5914.  On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2693).  Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.  04/30/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5914  

 

H.R.5938 - Veterans Exam Expansion Act of 2023.  10/25/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 11/09/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  11/29/2023 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  12/05/2023 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5938

 

H.R.6179 - Home for the Brave Act of 2023.  11/02/2023                 - Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6179  

 

H.R.6225 - Expanding Home Loans for Guard and Reservists Act.  11/03/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 11/20/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6225  

 

H.R.6324 - Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act.  11/09/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  11/27/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6324  

 

H.R.6331 – DOULA for VA (Delivering Optimally Urgent Labor Access for Veterans Affairs) Act of 2023.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a five-year pilot program to furnish doula services to pregnant veterans who are enrolled in the VA health care system. The program must furnish doula services through eligible entities by expanding the VA's Whole Health model to measure the impact that doula support services have on birth and mental health outcomes of pregnant veterans. The Whole Health model is a holistic approach that looks at the many areas of life that may affect health in order to make a health plan suited for each individual based on his or her health goals. 11/09/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 11/27/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6331

 

H.R.6362 - Protecting Benefits for Disabled Veterans Act of 2023.  This bill provides statutory authority for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to assign, for purposes of the disability compensation program, a disability rating of total to a veteran who meets certain parameters and is unable to secure or maintain substantially gainful employment due to a service-connected disability.  Specifically, the VA may make such a disability determination if a veteran has a service-connected disability rated at least 60%, or has two or more service-connected disabilities with one being at least 40% and a combined total of at least 70%. The VA may also make a determination on the disability rating in circumstances where a veteran meeting the specified parameters maintains marginal employment (income is less than the poverty threshold), or if the veteran maintains substantially gainful employment (exceeds the poverty threshold) and the VA determines that the rating is appropriate.  The bill prescribes what disabilities may be considered as one disability (e.g., disabilities incurred or aggravated as a prisoner of war).  The VA may not consider the age of a veteran or eligibility for retirement benefits when making any determination related to disability rating.  11/09/2023 -      Introduced in House and referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  11/27/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 07/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6362

 

H.R.6373 - Veterans STAND Act.  11/13/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  12/05/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6373  

 

H.R. 6452 - the Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Act.  11/17/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  01/17/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6452  

 

H.R.6462 - READINESS Act.  11/21/2023  - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. 05/15/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 13.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6462

 

H.R.6507 - Mark Our Place Act.  11/29/2023 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 12/15/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6507  

 

H.R.6524 - Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act.  11/30/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection.  11/30/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committees on Education and the Workforce, Oversight and Accountability, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. 12/19/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6524

 

H.R.6531 - TRAIN VA Employees Act.  11/30/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  12/19/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6531  

 

H.R.6538 - VA Correct Compensation Act of 2023.  11/30/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.   12/19/2023 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6538  

 

H.R.6656 - Stuck On Hold Act.  12/07/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  01/11/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6656  

 

H.R.6874 - VA WEB Act.  12/19/2023 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  01/11/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6874

 

H.R.7100 - Prioritizing Veterans’ Survivors Act.  01/29/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/21/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7100  

 

H.R.7150 - Survivor Benefits Delivery Improvement Act of 2024.  01/30/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/21/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7150  

 

H.R.7323 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disapprove courses of education offered by a public institution of higher learning that does not charge the in-State tuition rate to a veteran using certain educational assistance under title 10 of such Code. 02/13/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. 03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.   04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  05/01/2024 - Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity Discharged.  Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7323  

 

H.R.7333 - To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the "Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center".  02/13/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/29/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  07/22/2024 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.  07/23/2024 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7333

 

H.R.7342 - Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2024.  02/13/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024  - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7342  

 

H.R.7347 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on whether the Secretary will include certain psychedelic drugs in the formulary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.  02/14/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/29/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.  03/21/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7347

 

H.R.7401 - Contract Our Veterans Act of 2024.  02/15/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7401  

 

H.R.7434 - BEST for Vets Act of 2024.  02/23/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7434  

 

H.R.7543 - Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2024.  03/05/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 03/22/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7543  

 

H.R.7549 - Gold Star Family Education Parity Act.  03/05/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/22/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7549  

 

H.R.7613 - Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act of 2024.  03/11/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7613  

 

H.R.7643 - Veterans Congressional Work Study Act of 2024.  03/12/2024                 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7643  

 

H.R.7653 - VERY Act of 2024.  03/13/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  03/20/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7653

 

H.R.7729 - Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act.  03/19/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 04/19/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. 07/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7729

 

H.R.7734 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to require a notation in the personnel record file of certain employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs who resign from Government employment under certain circumstances.  03/20/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/04/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

04/17/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.  https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7734  

 

H.R.7777 - Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2024.  03/21/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/09/2024       - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. 05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7777

 

H.R.7816 - Clear Communication for Veterans Claims Act.  03/26/2024 - Introduced in House.  Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.   04/09/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  04/10/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  04/16/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  05/01/2024 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.  07/08/2024 - Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 477.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7816

 

H.R.7896 - Veterans Education and Technical Skills Opportunity Act of 2024.  04/09/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/19/2024       - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7896  

 

H.R.7920 - Agriculture Grants for Veterans Education and Training Services Act.  04/10/2024 - Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  05/03/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7920  

 

H.R.8371 - To make certain improvements in the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  05/14/2024 - Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8371

 

H.R.8514 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for an annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of Department of Veterans Affairs.  05/22/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8514  

 

H.R.8545 - To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to make technical corrections.  05/23/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8545  

 

H.R.8560 - To amend title 38, United States Code, and the United States Housing Act of 1937, to make certain improvements to the supported housing program for veterans commonly known as "HUD-VASH".  05/23/2024 - Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.  06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8560  

 

H.R.8580 - Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025.  05/28/2024 - Introduced in House.  The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure.  Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 439.  06/04/2024 - Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 8580 as unfinished business.  06/05/2024 - On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 – 197.  06/11/2024 - Received in the Senate.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8580  

 

H.R.8592 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of educational assistance paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to an eligible individual during the first year of a full-time program of apprenticeship or other on-job training.  06/03/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/12/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8592  

 

H.R.8627 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify certain requirements relating to the recovery by the Department of Veterans Affairs of overpayments made to eligible persons or veterans relating to educational assistance under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  06/05/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8627  

 

H.R.8646 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements to the provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  06/05/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8646  

 

H.R.8647 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to take certain actions to prevent or resolve a default of a housing loan guaranteed by the Secretary, and for other purposes.  06/05/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.  06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8647  

 

H.R. 8661, the Warriors to Workforce Act, would increase the monthly basic housing allowance paid by the VA to eligible individuals during the first year of a full-time apprenticeship or other on-the-job training program. 06/07/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 06/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. 06/12/2024 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.  06/27/2024 - Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.  Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8661

 

H.R.8792 - To establish a flower ordering program for gravesites under the purview of the American Battle Monuments Commission. 06/18/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. Subcommittee Hearings Held

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8792

 

H.R.8854 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the provision of certain additional burial benefits for individuals for whom an urn or plaque is furnished, and for other purposes.  06/27/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8854

 

H.R.8874 - To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on expanding the use of certain automation tools in the Department of Veterans Affairs.  06/27/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8874  

 

H.R.8879 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve claims, made under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, regarding military sexual trauma, and for other purposes. 06/28/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8879  

 

H.R.8881 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to permanently authorize the performance of Department of Veterans Affairs disability examinations by non-Department physicians pursuant to contracts, and for other purposes.  06/28/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8881  

 

H.R.8893 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements in the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs relating to burials, and for other purposes.  06/28/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/10/2024 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.  Subcommittee Hearings Held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8893

 

H.R.8910 - To authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the Montgomery County Land Bank for the transfer of certain land near Dayton National Cemetery to the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8910

 

H.R.9039 - To require the Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure to conduct research on the diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes. 07/15/2024 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/9039

 

 

S.10 - The VA Clinician Appreciation, Recruitment, Education, Expansion and Retention Support (CAREERS) Act of 2023.  01/23/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/10  

 

S.30 - Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act.  01/24/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  03/21/2023 - Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.  03/22/2023 - Received in the House.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/30  

 

S.42 - BUILD for Veterans Act of 2023.  01/24/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/42   

 

S. 106 - Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act (Resolution Nos. 014 and 059).  01/26/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/106  

 

S.132 - Daniel J. Harvey Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act.  01/30/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/132  

 

S.135 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2023.  01/30/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/135  

 

S.141 - Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act.  01/30/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/141  

 

S.185 - Native American Direct Loan Improvement Act of 2023.  01/31/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/185  

 

S.216 - RESPECT Act of 2023.  02/01/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/216   

 

S.280 - Better Examiner Standards and Transparency for Veterans Act of 2023 or the BEST for Vets Act of 2023.  This bill provides that only health care professionals who are licensed and not barred from practice may furnish medical disability examinations under the Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program related to using contract physicians for disability examinations. Health care professionals include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, audiologists, and psychologists.  02/07/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/26/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/280  

 

S.302 - Captain Rafael Barbosa Enhanced Colorectal Cancer Screening Standard for Toxic Exposed Members of the Uniformed Services (Barbosa) Act.  02/07/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/302   

 

S.326 - VA The Veterans Programs Improvement Act (formerly the Medicinal Cannabis Research Act) of 2023.  A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a study and clinical trials on the effects of cannabis on certain health outcomes of veterans with chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder, and for other purposes.  02/09/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  02/16/2023 - Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. 03/23/2023 - Reported by Senator Tester without amendment. Without written report. 03/23/2023 - Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders.  04/20/2023 - Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate.  4/26/2023 - Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 57 – 42.  04/26/2023 - Motion by Senator Schumer to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to S. 326 was not invoked (Record Vote No. 97) entered in Senate.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/326  

 

S.334 - A bill to modify the restriction in section 3326 of title 5, United States Code, relating to the appointment of retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in the Department of Defense to apply to positions at or above the GS-14 level.  02/09/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/334

 

S.344 - Major Richard Star Act.  A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for concurrent receipt of veterans' disability compensation and retired pay for disability retirees with fewer than 20 years of service and a combat-related disability, and for other purposes.  02/09/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/344

 

S.414 - Caring for Survivors Act of 2023.  02/14/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 04/26/2023 - Hearings held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/414

 

S.495 - Expanding Veterans’ Options for Long Term Care Act. This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a three-year pilot program to assess the effectiveness of providing assisted living services to eligible veterans, including by assessing the satisfaction of veterans participating in the pilot program. Eligible veterans are those who (1) are eligible for assisted living services as determined by the VA; and (2) are already receiving nursing home level care paid for by the VA, are eligible for such care from the VA, or exceed the requirements for domiciliary care paid for by the VA but do not meet the requirements for nursing home level care paid for by the VA.  The Inspector General of the VA must report to Congress on the pilot program, and the VA must submit a follow-up plan to address any deficiencies that are identified in the report.  02/16/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/495  

 

S.592 - Driver Reimbursement Increase for Veteran Equity (DRIVE) Act to increase the mileage reimbursement rate for veterans receiving health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs.  03/01/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/592  

 

S.656 - Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act of 2023.  03/06/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/26/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.  11/02/2023 - Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.  11/06/2023 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. 11/06/2023 - Received in the House and Held at the desk.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/656  

 

S.686 - Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology Act or the RESTRICT Act.  This bill requires federal actions to identify and mitigate foreign threats to information and communications technology (ICT) products and services. It also establishes civil and criminal penalties for violations under the bill.  Specifically, the Department of Commerce must identify, deter, disrupt, prevent, prohibit, investigate, and mitigate transactions involving ICT products and services (1) in which any foreign adversary has any interest, and (2) that pose an undue or unacceptable risk to U.S. national security or the safety of U.S. persons.  Additionally, Commerce must identify and refer to the President any covered holding (e.g., stock or security) that poses an undue or unacceptable risk to U.S. national security or the security and safety of U.S. persons. If the President determines that the holding poses such a risk, the President may compel divestment of or otherwise mitigate the risk associated with the holding.  Commerce may (1) designate any foreign government or regime as a foreign adversary upon a determination that the foreign government or regime is engaged in a long-term pattern or serious instances of conduct significantly adverse to U.S. national security or the security and safety of U.S. persons, and (2) remove such a designation. Commerce must notify Congress before making or removing a designation; these actions are subject to congressional disapproval.  The bill outlines (1) enforcement mechanisms, including actions by the Department of Justice; and (2) civil and criminal penalties for violations.  03/07/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/686

 

S.740 - GUARD VA Benefits Act of 2023.  03/09/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  04/26/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/740

 

S.928 - Not Just a Number Act.  To require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to take a more comprehensive look at the factors that best prevent veteran suicide. 03/22/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/12/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/928

 

S.956 - Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2023.  03/23/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/956  

 

S.1028 - Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2023.  03/29/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1028  

 

S.1119 - CHAMPVA Children's Care Protection Act of 2023.  This bill provides that a child shall be eligible for medical care under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) until the child's 26th birthday, regardless of the child's marital status.  03/30/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1119  

 

S.1125 - EHR Program RESET Act of 2023. The bill includes the following provisions: Establishes a Program Management Office within VHA and reorganizes management to include the reporting structure for the functional champion and Deputy CIO.  Restricts monetization or selling of veterans’ data by any internal or external entity conducting work for, with, or on behalf of the VA.

Creates a requirement that VA must return the current 5 sites to a level that meets or exceeds performance baselines based on metrics before any new sites go-live.  If VA and Oracle Cerner are not able to meet the requirement for the 5 sites 180 days after enactment of the legislation, directs VA to consider terminating or cancelling the current contract and requires VA to provide an alternative plan for a solution.   03/30/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1125

 

S.1266 - Love Lives On Act of 2023.  04/25/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1266

 

S.1315 - Veterans' Health Empowerment, Access, Leadership, and Transparency for our Heroes (HEALTH) Act of 2023.  04/26/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. 07/12/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.  [Note: this bill is opposed by VFP.]

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1315  

 

S.1360 - Child Care for Working Families Act. This bill provides funds and otherwise revises certain child care and early learning programs for low- to moderate-income families.  Specifically, the bill provides funds for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program and reestablishes it as a child care and development assistance program. The bill also allocates program funds for states to provide services and supports to infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities.  Further, the bill revises the program to require each state to create a tiered and transparent system for measuring the quality of child care providers, which must include evidence-based standards and payment rates that are based on a certain cost estimation model; ensure that copayments are based on a sliding scale and that no family receiving assistance pays more than 7% of its household income on child care; and use quality child care amounts for certain activities, such as increasing the supply of child care providers.  The bill also provides funds and establishes grants for states to create preschool programs for low- to moderate-income children between the ages of three and five years.  The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must make grants to Head Start agencies to provide children with access to full-school-year and full-school-day services, provide access to additional service hours for migrant and seasonal agencies, or enhance the quality of existing services.  Finally, the bill requires, and provides funds for, HHS to assist Head Start agencies with ensuring their teachers and staff are paid a living wage.  04/22/2021 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1360   

 

S.1436 - A bill to expand and extend benefits available to veterans in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.  05/03/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1436

 

S.1469 - Stop Stolen Valor for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Contractors.  05/04/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1469  

 

S.1588 - A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the forgiveness or offset of an overpayment of retired pay paid to a joint account for a period after the death of the retired member of the Armed Forces.  05/11/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1588

 

S.1635 - Department of Veterans Affairs Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Processing Claims Improvement Act of 2023.  05/17/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1635  

 

S.1954 - Improving Whole Health for Veterans with Chronic Conditions Act.  06/13/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  07/12/2023 - Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1954   

 

S.1975 - Discharge Review Board Accountability Act of 2023.  06/14/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1975                                                                       

 

S.2046 - Dental Care for Our Troops Act.  06/20/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2046  

 

S.2256 - Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act.  07/26/2023 - Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. 11/30/2023 - Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Peters with amendments. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 255.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2256  

 

S.2294 - A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to furnish hospital care and medical services to veterans and dependents who were stationed at military installations at which those veterans and dependents were exposed to perfluorooctanoic acid or other perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, to provide for a presumption of service connection for certain veterans who were stationed at military installations at which those veterans were exposed to such substances, and for other purposes.  07/13/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2294  

 

S.2327 - Afghan Adjustment Act.  07/13/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2327  

 

S.2465 - DOULA for VA (Delivering Optimally Urgent Labor Access for Veterans Affairs) Act of 2023.  This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a five-year pilot program to furnish doula services to pregnant veterans who are enrolled in the VA health care system. The program must furnish doula services through eligible entities by expanding the VA's Whole Health model to measure the impact that doula support services have on birth and mental health outcomes of pregnant veterans. The Whole Health model is a holistic approach that looks at the many areas of life that may affect health in order to make a health plan suited for each individual based on his or her health goals.  07/25/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2465  

 

S.2649 - Making Community Care Work for Veterans Act of 2023.  07/27/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.  [VFP wants this bill to be strengthened.]

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2649  

 

S.2795 - A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend and modify certain authorities and requirements relating to the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.  09/13/2023  - Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote.  09/18/2023 - Received in the House.  09/26/2023 - On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.  10/04/2023 - Presented to President.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2795  

 

S.2835 - Pay Our Military Act of 2023.  09/18/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2835  

 

S.3452 - Fred Hamilton Veterans' Lost Records Act.  12/07/2023  Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3452

 

S.3520 - ACE Act.  12/14/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3520  

 

S.3546 - Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act.  12/14/2023 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3546

 

S.3619 - GUARD Act.  01/18/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3619  

 

S.3636 - Hire Veterans Act.  01/23/2024  - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3636

 

S.3822 - A bill to designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the "Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center".  02/28/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3822

 

S.3958 - Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2024.  03/14/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3958   

 

S.4047 - Veterans' COLA Act of 2024.  03/21/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4047

 

S.4100 - Honoring Veterans' Legacies and Burial Benefits Enhancements Act.  04/10/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4100

 

S.4207 - Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024.  This bill would provide funding for education grants related to veteran apprenticeship programs to enhance technical education and opportunities for veterans.  04/30/2024 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4207

 

 

S.Res.444 - A resolution providing for the en bloc consideration of military nominations. This resolution provides for the Senate majority leader, during the 118th Congress, to initiate en bloc consideration of military nominations, not including nominations for the Joint Chiefs of Staff or a commander of a combatant command. Currently, en bloc consideration of military nominations may be initiated only with unanimous consent.  10/31/2023 - Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.  11/14/2023 - Committee on Rules and Administration. Reported by Senator Klobuchar without amendment. Without written report.  Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 247.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-resolution/444

 

 

Country Joe & the Fish - VietNam Song - Live Woodstock 1969 - Full HD Video – November 7, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ft0vkKCadgk

 

Veterans on Symptoms of PTSD – June 27, 2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDBfEulDLtk&t=4s

 

Virtual U.S. Capitol Tour – April 29, 2020

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvgq1awXNzs

 

LIVE:"The President's Own" United States Marine Band - June 27, 2021

https://www.youtube.com/live/AYbDMz-tH3w

 

One Million Reasons Why – November 15, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMy4WgXLbqk&t=1s

 

The Veterans Health Administration has announced an update to Beneficiary Travel (BT) reimbursements for eligible veterans. Effective mid-January 2024, BT payments will transition from paper checks to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).  If you already receive other VA benefits electronically, your BT payments will automatically switch to EFT. Information can otherwise be updated by calling 1-800-827-1000 or visiting https://va.gov/change-direct-deposit . - December 22, 2023

https://bva.org/beneficiary-travel-reimbursements-transition-to-eft/#:~:text=The%20Veterans%20Health%20Administration%20has%20announced%20an%20update,your%20BT%20payments%20will%20automatically%20switch%20to%20EFT

 

Agent Orange Awareness Day.  Updated: January 2, 2024 – January 2, 2024

https://veteran.com/agent-orange-awareness-day/

 

American Indian/Alaska Native Veterans: Apply for your copayment exemption today.  VA is here to walk you through your application - April 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/130464/american-indian-alaska-native-apply-exemption/

 

Home Press Room  VA announces expansion of “Close to Me” cancer program as part of the Cancer Moonshot. – April 29, 2024

https://www.va.gov/wilmington-health-care/news-releases/home-press-room-va-announces-expansion-of-close-to-me-cancer-program-as-part-of-the-cancer-moonshot/

 

Six Decades of Saying Never Again: Philadelphia Honors 60th Annual Holocaust Remembrance – May 9, 2024

https://blog.jewishphilly.org/six-decades-of-saying-never-again-philadelphia-honors-60th-annual-holocaust-remembrance

 

VIdeos WWI Memorial Process | Sabin Howard | Sculptor

https://sabinhoward.com/wwiMemorialprocess/videoswwimem/

 

HEROIC Sizzle Reel – May 11, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=479kPMvFwHM&t=5s

 

World War I monument to be unveiled across from White House this fall: 'Sacred art' | The Doughboy Foundation – May 24, 2024

https://doughboy.org/world-war-i-monument-to-be-unveiled-across-from-white-house-this-fall-sacred-art/

 

How young soldiers got one of the most dangerous jobs in the Vietnam War: long range jungle recon – May 27, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=byyWvx8ROo4

 

PACT Act: Presumptive Conditions – June 6, 2024

https://www.military.com/benefits/pact-act-presumptive-conditions.html

 

Flag at Naples Holocaust Museum to honor liberators - July 1, 2024

https://winknews.com/2024/07/01/flag-naples-holocaust-museum-honor-liberators/

 

6 Teens Mock Old Veteran At Dinner. Just Watch What Happens When He Starts To Cry! – July 9, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3i8iNFXvUw

 

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers In Tampa And Orlando Resolve Post-9/11 GI Bill Allegations – July 10, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdfl/pr/new-horizons-computer-learning-centers-tampa-and-orlando-resolve-post-911-gi-bill

 

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for July 15, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133085/hiring-veterans-jobs-of-the-week-for-july-15/

 

Bill to provide veterans with more access to resources heading to Gov. Shapiro’s desk – July 12, 2024

https://www.wtaj.com/news/local-news/bill-to-provide-veterans-with-more-access-to-resources-heading-to-gov-shapiros-desk/

 

Buffalo man who threatened to blow up the VA sentenced – July 12, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdny/pr/buffalo-man-who-threatened-blow-va-sentenced

 

California Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Cares Act Fraud – July 12, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla/pr/california-man-pleads-guilty-federal-cares-act-fraud

Buffalo man who threatened to blow up the VA sentenced – July 12, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdny/pr/buffalo-man-who-threatened-blow-va-sentenced

 

California Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Cares Act Fraud – July 12, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla/pr/california-man-pleads-guilty-federal-cares-act-fraud

VA hosts 2024 Immersive Summit.  Attendees gathered to pave a new path in health care delivery - July 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132874/va-hosts-2024-immersive-summit/

 

Finding purpose in the HERD.  “Be your own Veteran and get the help you need.” - July 14, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132787/finding-purpose-in-the-herd/

 

VA life insurance can offer financial security for Veterans, service members, and their spouses and dependent children.

https://www.va.gov/life-insurance/

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Allan W. Knepper, 27, of Lewiston, Idaho, was with the 49th Fighter Squadron, 14th Fighter Group. He went missing in action on July 10, 1943. He will be buried in his hometown on Aug. 2, 2024.  Read about Knepper.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3768785/pilot-accounted-for-from-wwii-knepper-a/ about Knepper.

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Pvt. 1st Class Alcario V. Flores, 37, of Coolidge, Arizona, was assigned to Company G, 2nd Battalion, 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division. He was killed in action on Jan. 21, 1945. He will be buried in Tempe, Arizona, on Aug. 3, 2024. Read about Flores.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3832317/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-flores-a/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Sgt. Sam A. Prince, 28, of Clovis, New Mexico, was a member of Headquarters Battery, 200th Coast Artillery Regiment. He was among those captured during the surrender of the Bataan peninsula on April 9, 1942, and died while a prisoner of war on Sept. 22 that same year. He will be buried in his hometown on Aug. 8, 2024. Read about Prince.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3809467/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-prince-s/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Corporal Jesse L. Mitchell, 22, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, was a member of C Company, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He died while a prisoner of war in summer 1951. He will be buried in his hometown on Oct. 12, 2024. Read about Mitchell.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3808803/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-mitchell-j/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Pvt. William A. Smith, 21, of Syracuse, Missouri, was assigned to Company C, 149th Engineer Combat Battalion. He was killed in action on June 6, 1944, enroute to Omaha Beach in Normandy. He will be buried in St. Louis, Missouri, on Nov. 11, 2024. Read about Smith.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3831521/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-smith-w/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Frank J. Tedone, 23, of Hartford, Connecticut, was a member of the 436th Bombardment Squadron, 7th Bombardment Group. He went missing in action on Dec. 1, 1943. He will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on a date to be determined. Read about Tedone.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3834410/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-tedone-f/

 

Gilbert (Gil) Benedict, of JWV Post 98, passed away on Monday July 15, 2024. less than 16 months shy of his 100th birthday.

https://obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/gilbert-benedict

 

National Center for PTSD

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/what/ptsd_basics.asp

 

VA Caregiver Support Program

https://www.caregiver.va.gov/

 

Burn Pit Victims with Rare Lung Disease Struggle to Get VA Care and Benefits – July 15, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/07/12/burn-pit-victims-rare-lung-disease-struggle-get-va-care-and-benefits.html

 

Landmark discovery solves baffling mystery around Gulf War Illness in veterans – July 15, 2024

https://news.griffith.edu.au/2024/07/15/landmark-discovery-solves-baffling-mystery-around-gulf-war-illness-in-veterans/

 

Live Whole Health #230: Tai Chi in 10 - July 15, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133077/live-whole-health-230-tai-chi-in-10/

 

Foreign Medical Program for Veterans on the go.  VA health care covers your service-connected disability while in a foreign country - July 15, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132914/foreign-medical-program-for-veterans-on-the-go/

 

The Pause of the Program Integrity Tool Is Impeding Community Care Revenue Collections and Related Oversight Operations – July 16, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/management-advisory-memo/pause-program-integrity-tool-impeding-community-care-revenue

 

Two years since launch of Dial 988 then Press 1, Veterans Crisis Line is supporting more Veterans than ever – July 16, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/two-years-since-launch-of-dial-988-then-press-1-veterans-crisis-line-is-supporting-more-veterans-than-ever/

 

Better Collection of Family Preference Data May Minimize Risk of Burial Scheduling Delays – July 16, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/audit/better-collection-family-preference-data-may-minimize-risk-burial-scheduling-delays

 

Having thoughts of suicide? A plan could save your life.  A psychologist’s story of losing a brother to suicide - July 16, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133142/having-thoughts-of-suicide-plan-could-save-life/

 

How a former combat medic turned entrepreneur is improving disaster response.  Applications now open for entrepreneurship training program for Veterans - July 16, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133105/combat-medic-is-improving-disaster-response/

 

She’s the Veteran.  “What you're doing is brave and worth recognition.” - July 16, 2024
https://news.va.gov/132938/shes-the-veteran/

 

Ford proud to honor: Bronco Off-Roadeo event - July 16, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132921/ford-proud-to-honor-bronco-off-roadeo-event/

 

American Legion asks for removal of Mass. secretary of veterans affairs – July 16, 2024

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/american-legion-asks-for-removal-of-mass-secretary-of-veterans-affairs/ar-BB1q6PJM

 

VA’s Rural Scholars Fellowship promotes Promote rural health care.  Learn to lead with VA -

July 16, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132966/rural-scholars-fellowship-promotes-rural-care/

 

Temporary 100% VA Disability after Surgery or Immobilizing Cast | VA Service-Connection | theSITREP – July 16, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPwwEzKcWVo

 

These Resorts and Hotels Are Just for Veterans and Military Members – July 16, 2024

https://www.military.com/travel/these-resorts-and-hotels-are-just-veterans-and-military-members.html

 

VA housing policy discriminates against disabled veterans, federal judge rules. – July 16, 2024 

https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2024-07-15/va-housing-policy-discrimination-lawsuit-14498618.html

 

Margaret Kabat sworn in as VA’s next chief of staff – July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/margaret-kabat-sworn-in-as-vas-next-chief-of-staff/

 

Margaret Kabat sworn in as VA’s next chief of staff - July 17, 2024

https://www.va.gov/wilmington-health-care/news-releases/margaret-kabat-sworn-in-as-vas-next-chief-of-staff/

 

VBA Needs to Improve the Accuracy of Decisions for Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability – July 17, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/review/vba-needs-improve-accuracy-decisions-total-disability-based-individual

 

Defibrillation simulator provides life support training.  Enhancing defibrillator proficiency through innovative online education - July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132950/defibrillation-simulator-life-support-training/

 

VA helps women Veterans at recent regional event - July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133098/va-helps-women-veterans-at-regional-event/

 

Prepare for VA’s Secure Sign-in changes - July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133159/prepare-for-vas-secure-sign-in-changes/

 

Ghost Soldier awarded Congressional Gold Medal.  “I made fake things for display, signs, labels, license plates.” - July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132942/ghost-soldier-awarded-congressional-gold-medal/

 

Veteran Gamers, VA is here for you – July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133125/veteran-gamers-va-is-here-for-you/

 

DMVA Digest: A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs - July 17, 2024

https://maestro.pa.gov/list/k3hdw2n4/240715E/dz5894wqxpf1.vib?a0=16705

 

Understanding VA Disability Benefits for Agent Orange and Other Herbicides – July 17, 2024

https://veteran.hillandponton.com/p/va-disability-benefits-for-herbicides

 

VA begins transition to simpler online sign-in experience for Veterans’ account access - July 17, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-begins-transition-to-simpler-online-sign-in-experience-for-veterans-account-access/

 

Former spouse of deceased U.S. Army veteran indicted for improperly claiming military benefits – July 17, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdga/pr/former-spouse-deceased-us-army-veteran-indicted-improperly-claiming-military-benefits

 

Acupuncturist and Acupuncture Clinic Ordered to Pay $2.3 Million to Resolve Civil False Claims Act Allegations – July 17, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdtx/pr/acupuncturist-and-acupuncture-clinic-ordered-pay-23-million-resolve-civil-false-claims#:~:text=AUSTIN%2C%20Texas%20%E2%80%93%20U.S.%20District%20Judge%20Robert%20Pitman,the%20United%20States%20under%20the%20False%20Claims%20Act

 

Chairman Bost Presses VA on Budget Shortfall, Impact on Veterans.  Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Print this Page Share by Email. - July 17, 2024

https://veterans.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6511

 

Military burn pit exposure not tracked properly, DOD watchdog warns – July 17, 2024

https://www.militarytimes.com/newsletters/2024/07/17/military-burn-pit-exposure-not-tracked-properly-dod-watchdog-warns/

 

New MVP study highlights value of diversity in clinical research, leads to new genetic discoveries.  Study of 635,969 Veterans participating in the Million Veteran Program paves the way for improved, individualized health care for Veterans – July 18, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133297/new-mvp-study-highlights-value-of-diversity-in-clinical-research-leads-to-new-genetic-discoveries/

 

The importance of colorectal cancer screening.  VA PSA wins Northern California Emmy - July 18, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133203/the-importance-of-colorectal-cancer-screening/

 

Advancing cancer treatment access with 22 new ‘Close to Me’ sites - July 18, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133015/cancer-treatment-access-22-close-to-me-sites/

 

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that veterans no longer need to pay copays for their first three outpatient mental health care and substance use disorder visits of each calendar year through 2027.

https://www.va.gov/resources/mental-health-copay-exemptions/#:~:text=Eligible%20Veterans%20may%20not%20have%20to%20pay%20an,between%20June%2027%2C%202023%2C%20and%20December%2029%2C%202027

 

Whitefish doctor admits defrauding Medicare and other federal health programs - July 18, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-mt/pr/whitefish-doctor-admits-defrauding-medicare-and-other-federal-health-programs

 

How to report a Veteran’s death to VA - July 18, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133173/how-to-report-a-veterans-death-to-va/

 

Implement Red Team panel’s recommendations on veteran health care. – July 18, 2024

https://www.stripes.com/opinion/2024-07-18/veteran-health-care-14528611.html

 

The VA rejects evidence Agent Orange was used at Fort Ord, leaving ill veterans without aid - July 18, 2024

https://www.montereycountynow.com/news/local_news/the-va-rejects-evidence-agent-orange-was-used-at-fort-ord-leaving-ill-veterans-without/article_6bec4dd2-4475-11ef-940f-43c843c9695e.html

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 18, 2024, that Navy Fireman 3rd Class (F3c) Royle B. Luker, killed during World War II, was accounted for on May 29, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3843290/uss-west-virginia-sailor-accounted-for-from-wwii-luker-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 18, 2024, that Navy Fireman 1st Class (F1c) Fred H. Boyer, killed during World War II, was accounted for on June 11, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3843261/uss-west-virginia-sailor-accounted-for-from-wwii-boyer-f/

 

VA military spouse employees retain employment through flexibility.  Working around your schedule - July 19, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132929/va-military-spouse-employees-retain-employment/

 

VA Warns Congress that Benefits Payments Are at Risk Due to Projected $15 Billion Budget Shortfall – July 18, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/07/18/va-warns-congress-benefits-payments-are-risk-due-projected-15-billion-budget-shortfall.html

 

VA begins transition to simpler online sign-in experience for Veterans’ account access – July 18, 2024

https://www.va.gov/wilmington-health-care/news-releases/va-begins-transition-to-simpler-online-sign-in-experience-for-veterans-account-access/#:~:text=Veterans%20can%20begin%20this%20transition%20now%20by%20visiting,2025%2C%20or%20DS%20Logon%20after%20Sept.%2030%2C%202025

 

Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Benjamin F. Wilson - July 19, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133316/honoring-veterans-army-veteran-benjamin-f-wilson/

 

Veterans ride free.  59,000 rides in 2023 - July 19, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133222/veterans-ride-free/

 

How to have more fun in the sun: UV Safety Awareness Month - July 19, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133164/how-to-have-more-fun-in-the-sun-uv-safety-awareness-month/

 

What does Project 2025 mean for military veterans?  Project 2025's proposals for the VA calls for changes to veteran healthcare eligibility and disability claims. – July 19, 2024

https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/project-2025-for-military-veterans/

 

Afghanistan War Commission Hearings - July 19, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/live/xBR-a7rUXss

 

Former Slidell Resident Pleads Guilty to False Statements and Theft of Over $350,000.00 in Covid-19 Benefits – July 19, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla/pr/former-slidell-resident-pleads-guilty-false-statements-and-theft-over-35000000-covid

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 19, 2024, that Army First Lieutenant Herman J. Sundstad, killed during World War II, was accounted for on June 24, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3844540/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-sundstad-h/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 19, 2024, that U.S. Navy Reserve Lieutenant Jay R. Manown, killed during World War II, was accounted for May 23, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3844267/pilot-accounted-for-from-wwii-manown-j/

 

Ask the Doc: What Are the Best Treatments For PTSD?

https://www.health.mil/News/Dvids-Articles/2024/07/19/news476528

 

Overlooked Toxins of the Vietnam War WHITE PAPER

https://vva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Overlooked-Toxins-White-Paper.pdf

 

Renovated mental health unit at Baltimore VA.  “We want our Veterans to feel welcome and secure.” - July 20, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132993/renovated-mental-health-unit-at-baltimore-va/

 

Beat the heat: Four tips to stay active and safe this summer.  VA’s suite of virtual care tools - July 21, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133013/beat-the-heat-stay-active-and-safe-this-summer/

 

HVAC Subcommittee on Technology Modernization Oversight Hearing.  “Report Card: Assessing Electronic Health Record Modernization at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center” - Monday, July 22, 2024 |  4:30 PM

https://veterans.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=6512

 

HVAC Joint Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity and Small Business Com Oversight Hearing.  "Leveling the Playing Field: Examining the Landscape of Veteran Owned Small Businesses" - Tuesday, July 23, 2024 |  10:00 AM

https://veterans.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=6515

 

HVAC Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Markup on Pending Legislation - Tuesday, July 23, 2024 |  1:00 PM

https://veterans.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=6513

 

Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Oversight Hearing.  “Is the Veterans Benefits Administration Properly Processing and Deciding Veterans Claims?” - Tuesday, July 23, 2024 |  1:30 PM - “Is the Veterans Benefits Administration Properly Processing and Deciding Veterans Claims?”

https://veterans.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=6514

 

125th VFW National Convention

https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/125th-vfw-national-convention

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Pvt. 1st Class Luther E. Bagley, 22, of Fitzgerald, Georgia, was a member of Company K, 3rd Battalion. He was killed in action on July 25, 1944. He will be buried in his hometown on Aug. 10, 2024. Read about Bagley.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3837038/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-bagley-l/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Corporal Edward J. Smith, 18, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, was a member of Baker Company, 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action on Aug. 31, 1950. He will be buried in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Aug. 23, 2024. Read about Smith.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3809126/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-smith-e/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Pvt. Robert L. Skaar was assigned to Company C, 1st Battalion, 222nd Infantry Regiment, 42nd Infantry Division. He was killed in action on March 10, 1945. Interment services are pending. Read about Skaar.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3839014/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-skaar-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Private Rodger D. Andrews was assigned to Company C, 37th Engineer Combat Battalion. He was killed in action in June 1944 during the Omaha Beach invasion in Normandy, France. Interment services are pending. Read about Andrews.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3838999/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-andrews-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett was assigned to Company A, 744th Tank Battalion. He was killed in action on July 26, 1944. Interment services are pending. Read about Bartlett.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3838980/tanker-accounted-for-from-wwii-bartlett-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is -- Army Cpl. Robert P. Raess was a member of Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action on Sept. 1, 1950, and declared deceased on Dec. 31, 1953. Interment services are pending. Read about Raess.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3836578/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-raess-r/

 

Veteran and Military Benefits and Discounts you may not be aware of

https://seniorssavetoday.com/P2n84s4b

 

Being prepared for a suicide crisis.  One of the keys to getting through a suicide crisis is planning ahead - July 22, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132958/being-prepared-for-a-suicide-crisis/

 

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for July 22, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133331/hiring-veterans-jobs-of-the-week-for-july-22/

 

Live Whole Health #231: Creating Space with The Power of Pausing - July 22, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133320/live-whole-health-231-creating-space-with-the-power-of-pausing/

 

Anchorage doctor and her husband charged with health care fraud and tax evasion - July 22, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/usao-ak/pr/anchorage-doctor-and-her-husband-charged-health-care-fraud-and-tax-evasion

 

VA accepting grant applications for a new program helping Veterans, their spouses transition from military service - July 23, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-accepting-grant-applications-for-a-new-program-helping-veterans-their-spouses-transition-from-military-service/

 

Mismanaged Surgical Privileging Actions and Deficient Surgical Service Quality Management Processes at the Hampton VA Medical Center in Virginia - July 23, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/mismanaged-surgical-privileging-actions-and-deficient

 

Is The Veterans Benefits Administration Properly Processing and Deciding Veterans' Claims?  Steve Bracci, Director of the Compensation Programs Inspection Division for the Office of Audits and Evaluations - July 23, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/sites/default/files/document/2024-07/2024-07-23_va_oig_steve_bracci_qa_training_hearing_.pdf

 

VA Health Chat is now available in all 18 VISNs.  “Health Chat will definitely be my go-to for scheduling appointments.” - July 23, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133080/va-health-chat-is-now-available-in-all-18-visns/

 

“Is the Veterans Benefits Administration Properly Processing and Deciding Veterans Claims?” – July 23, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkKauGBMLNo

 

VA has now granted benefits to 1.1 million Veterans and their survivors in fiscal year 2024, surpassing all-time record.  With more than $137B benefits delivered to Veterans and survivors this year, VA continues to deliver more earned benefits to more Veterans than ever before - July 23, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-has-now-granted-benefits-to-1-1-million-veterans-and-their-survivors-in-fiscal-year-2024-surpassing-all-time-records/

 

Find your way to VA on National Hire a Veteran Day.  Join a team that values your service - July 23, 2024

https://news.va.gov/132999/find-your-way-to-va-national-hire-veteran-day/

 

How Servicemembers, Veterans Can Watch Olympic Games Coverage for Free – July 23, 2024

https://www.military.com/off-duty/television/2024/07/23/how-us-service-members-and-veterans-can-watch-live-olympic-games-coverage-free.html

 

Doctor Convicted for Illegally Distributing Over 1.8M Doses of Opioids and $5M Health Care Fraud Scheme – July 23, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/doctor-convicted-illegally-distributing-over-18m-doses-opioids-and-5m-health-care-fraud

 

Care Concerns and Deficiencies in Facility Leaders’ and Staff’s Responses Following a Medical Emergency at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona – July 24, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/care-concerns-and-deficiencies-facility-leaders-and-staffs

 

My HealtheVet coordinator connects Veterans to top-tier health care.  I love helping Veterans communicate better.” - July 24, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133145/my-healthevet-connects-veterans-top-tier-care/

 

DMVA Digest: A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs - July 24, 2024

https://maestro.pa.gov/list/k3hdw2n4/240722B/93l718isf5vq.vib?a0=16411

 

An Airman killed at a secret CIA radar base in Laos is finally recovered.  U.S. Air Force Sgt. David Price was killed at Lima Site 85, a secret CIA radar base in Laos which was overrun in a pitched, mountain-top battle. His remains were just identified. – July 24, 2024

https://taskandpurpose.com/news/david-price-recovered-lima-site-85/

 

VBA Did Not Always Properly Implement Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustments – July 25, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/management-advisory-memo/vba-did-not-always-properly-implement-compensation-cost-living

 

VA Benefits for military service members (Part 1 of 2) - July 24, 2024

https://yourislandnews.com/va-benefits-for-military-service-members/

 

Inadequate Care of a Patient Who Died by Suicide on a Medical Unit at the Sheridan VA Medical Center in Wyoming – July 25, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/inadequate-care-patient-who-died-suicide-medical-unit

 

Pentagon to review Medals of Honor awarded to soldiers for 1890 Wounded Knee actions – July 24, 2024

https://www.stripes.com/history/2024-07-24/wounded-knee-medals-honor-native-americans-massacre-14585311.html

 

Pa. Senate approves promotion of local airman to Brigadier General – July 24, 2024

https://www.chestercounty.com/2024/07/24/499030/pa-senate-approves-promotion-of-local-airman-to-brigadier-general

 

National Hire a Veteran Day: Applying skills learned in service.  Jarrod Kuzmitsky, a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve, has found success in civilian life after transitioning from military service to a career. – July 25, 2024

https://www.fox43.com/article/life/national-hire-a-veteran-day-applying-skills-learned-in-service-jarrod-kuzmitsky/521-6fe2c367-5327-4353-bb42-f996c77cf3a3

 

Cancer care: VA’s decentralized clinical trials program.  You can participate in a clinical trial no matter where you live - July 25, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133181/cancer-decentralized-clinical-trials-program/

 

A Proclamation on National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, 2024 – July 25, 2024

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/25/a-proclamation-on-national-korean-war-veterans-armistice-day-2024/

 

Six veteran organizations receive grants in Scranton – July 25, 2024

https://www.pahomepage.com/news/six-veteran-organizations-receive-grants-in-scranton/

 

VA's Electronic Health Records System May Require Lots of New Staff. The Cost Worries Lawmakers. – July 25, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/07/25/vas-electronic-health-records-system-may-require-lots-of-new-staff-cost-worries-lawmakers.html

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 25, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt. Jack H. Hohlfeld, 29, of Trempealeau, Wisconsin, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for May 29, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3809545/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-hohlfeld-j/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 25, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph H. Bode, 20, of Racine, Wisconsin, killed during World War II, was accounted for Dec. 26, 2023.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3850008/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-bode-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 25, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Alfred J. Hamwey, 24, of Jacksonville, Florida, killed during World War II, was accounted for on May 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3849951/pilot-accounted-for-from-wwii-hamwey-a/

 

Army Soldiers and Veterans compete on Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics - July 26, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133431/army-soldiers-and-veterans-compete-on-team-usa-at-the-2024-paris-olympics/

 

VA study highlights role vaccination plays in preventing Long COVID.  Vaccinated Veterans less likely to experience symptoms of Long COVID - July 26, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133417/va-study-vaccination-preventing-long-covid/

 

Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Dick Groat - July 26, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133321/honoring-veterans-army-veteran-dick-groat/

 

Robotic surgery teams reach a milestone.  Less pain, less time for recovery and shorter rehab - July 26, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133197/robotic-surgery-teams-reach-a-milestone/

 

Reach out, get results: How to communicate in the application process.  Communication is key - July 26, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133031/reach-out-get-results-how-application-process/

 

The Vietnam War through a veteran’s eyes: Family travels to Texas Tech to view uncle’s memorabilia – July 26, 2024

https://www.wibw.com/video/2024/07/26/vietnam-war-through-veterans-eyes-family-travels-texas-tech-view-uncles-memorabilia/

 

Choose veggies for Whole Health.  “Our veggies strike a perfect balance between tasty and nutritious.” - July 27, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133322/choose-veggies-for-whole-health/

 

The Million Veteran Program is closing hard-to-fill gaps in DNA research.  Research on human genetics seeking cures to diseases had mostly "European" DNA to work with before using a database of veterans. – July 27, 2024

https://taskandpurpose.com/million-veterans-dna/

 

National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day – July 27, 2024

https://nationaltoday.com/national-korean-war-veterans-armistice-day/

 

Tomah VA holds first centenarian celebration.  Veteran centenarians honored - July 27, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133056/tomah-va-holds-first-centenarian-celebration/

 

Jon Stewart Pushes VA to Cover Troops Sickened by Uranium after 9/11. Again, They Are Told to Wait. – July 27, 2024

https://www.military.com/benefits/veteran-benefits/2024/07/27/jon-stewart-pushes-va-cover-troops-sickened-uranium-after-9-11-again-they-are-told-wait.html

 

BUFFALO SOLDIERS DAY | July 28, 2024

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/buffalo-soldiers-day-july-28

 

Father and sons compete together at Golden Age Games.  “My sons joining me in the games only makes my experience sweeter.” - July 28, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133200/father-and-sons-together-at-golden-age-games/

 

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs CWV - Events Update.  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs sent this bulletin at 07/28/2024

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVA/bulletins/3ab52ce

 

Olympics or National Veterans Wheelchair Games?  “It’s the highlight of my year.” - July 29, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133466/olympics-or-national-veterans-wheelchair-games/

 

Veteran Resources: Events of the week July 29, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133451/veteran-resources-events-of-the-week-july-29-2024/

 

Recreation therapy on Lake Michigan.  “A big thing we work on is expanding their engagement.” - July 29, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133207/recreation-therapy-on-lake-michigan/

 

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for July 29, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133448/hiring-veterans-jobs-of-the-week-for-july-29-2024/

 

DAV’s Critical Policy Goals - 2024

https://www.dav.org/wp-content/uploads/CriticalPolicyGoals_Full_2024.pdf

 

DAV fighting for women veterans - 2024

https://www.dav.org/wp-content/uploads/DAVandWomenVeterans_2024.pdf 

 

Live Whole Health #232: Savoring summer with Tropical Fruit Salsa - July 29, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133500/live-whole-health-232-savoring-summer-with-tropical-fruit-salsa/

 

World Day against trafficking in person.  Focus on gender-based violence - July 30, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133028/world-day-against-trafficking-in-person/

 

VA Leading the Way: The first pacemaker to groundbreaking surgeries.  For 79 years, VA has innovated to serve Veterans - July 30, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133493/va-leading-way-first-pacemaker-groundbreaking/

 

A Nearly $3 Billion Shortfall in VA Benefits Is Looming. The Senate Has Proposed a Fix, But Time Is Running Out. – July 30, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/07/30/nearly-3-billion-shortfall-va-benefits-looming-senate-has-proposed-fix-time-running-out.html

 

Army pilot reunites with Marine Corps officer rescued in Vietnam.  The Hunt For “Wolfman 44” - July 30, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133385/buddy-finder-success-story/

 

Exploring Rural VA Communities: Dublin, Georgia. Enjoy a change of pace - July 30, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133183/exploring-rural-va-communities-dublin-georgia/

 

VA Secretary Tells Employees He'll Stay on the Job Until the End of His Term in January – July 30, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/07/30/denis-mcdonough-plans-serve-out-va-secretary-term-biden-administration.html

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph L. Mourer, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855161/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-mourer-r/

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Joe A. De Jarnette, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024. https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855140/pilot-accounted-for-from-wwii-de-jarnette-j/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force Staff Sgt. Hubert Yeary, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855138/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-yeary-h/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force 2nd Lt. Robert D. McKee, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855131/pilot-accounted-for-from-wwii-mckee-r/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force 2nd Lt. Francis E. Callahan, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855122/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-callahan-f/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force 2nd Lt. John H. Harris, killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855113/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-harris-j/

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Air Force Sgt. Henry H. Allen Jr., killed during World War II, was accounted for June 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855109/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-allen-h/-- 

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on July 30, 2024, that U.S. Army Technician Fifth Grade (Tech5) Harold D. Pittis, 21, of Freeport, Ohio, killed during World War II, was accounted for March 20, 2024.

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3850194/soldier-accounted-for-from-wwii-pittis-h/

 

DVVC Summer 2024 Quarterly Meeting - Celebrating our Military Heritage – July 30, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dk_CoSQ6yUY

 

Agent Orange and Birth Defects. The soldiers are dying.  But, even more tragic…the children they have left behind are suffering.  Sometimes we hear from the veterans, but it is usually the wives and children that send us these poignant messages.

https://birthdefects.org/agent-orange/

 

Delays and Deficiencies in the Mental Health Care of a Patient at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas – July 31, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/delays-and-deficiencies-mental-health-care-patient-michael-e

 

Insufficient Mental Health Treatment and Access to Care for a Patient and Review of Administrative Actions in Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 – July 31, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/insufficient-mental-health-treatment-and-access-care-patient

 

Vet Center Scholarship program first graduates.  Ready to serve Veterans, service members and their families - July 31, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133469/vet-center-scholarship-program-first-graduates/

 

Special operator defeats cancer with help from VA.  “You must be an advocate for your own health care.” - July 31, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133246/special-operator-defeats-cancer-help-from-va/

 

DMVA Digest: A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs - July 31, 2024

https://maestro.pa.gov/list/k3hdw2n4/240726C/50ngg7uap5li.vib?a0=16654

 

Effort to patch VA budget shortfall sees conservative resistance – July 31, 2024

https://thehill.com/business/budget/4804832-effort-to-patch-va-budget-shortfall-conservative-resistance/

 

VFW Outraged Over American Flag and Monument Desecrations in Washington, DC.  The following is a statement from VFW National Commander Duane Sarmiento – July 31, 2024

https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/latest-releases/archives/2024/7/vfw-outraged-over-american-flag-and-monument-desecrations-in-washington-dc

 

PA Department Of Corrections To Hold Job Fair: Join the PA Department of Corrections Aug. 13 and 14 from 3-7 p.m. at a joint on-site job fair, with positions available at SCI Frackville and SCI Mahanoy. The event will be held at the Frackville location. Be prepared to submit applications, and bring two forms of ID.

https://www.employment.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx

 

Wheelchair games uplifting for New Orleans Veteran.  “Come on out and join. It’s a great feeling.” - August 1, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133475/wheelchair-games-uplifting-new-orleans-veteran/

 

VA offers compassionate care for pregnancy loss  Pregnancy loss is a common experience many women share - August 1, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133250/va-offers-compassionate-care-for-pregnancy-loss/

 

Learn more about Pharmacogenomics.  Join us on the first Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. ET to learn how a one-time blood test empowers you to actively participate in your personalized treatment journey. – August 1, 2024

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVHA/bulletins/3a83fec

 

Deficiencies in Informed Consent for Admission and Against Medical Advice Discharge Processes for a Patient at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System in Las Vegas – August 1, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/deficiencies-informed-consent-admission-and-against-medical

 

VA launches updated Burn Pit Registry, paving way for improved research into health of Veterans exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving – August 1, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-launches-updated-burn-pit-registry-paving-way-for-improved-research-into-health-of-veterans-exposed-to-toxins-and-other-hazards-while-serving/

 

VA redesigns and expands Burn Pit Registry. FAQs to help understand your role in the registry and how it paves way for improved research into Veterans exposed to toxins, hazards while serving – August 1, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133564/va-redesigns-and-expands-burn-pit-registry/

 

VA claim errors result in $100 million in incorrect payments: watchdog – August 1, 2024

https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2024/08/01/va-claim-errors-result-in-100-million-in-incorrect-payments-watchdog/

 

VFW Elects Al Lipphardt as New National Commander.  The Georgia native urges members to have courage and to ‘believe in what you do – do what you believe in’ – August 1, 2024

https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/latest-releases/archives/2024/8/vfw-elects-al-lipphardt-as-new-national-commander

 

Transforming smiles: Denture solutions for Veterans.  VA’s OAM uses 3D printing to transform a Veteran’s smile - August 2, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133151/transforming-smiles-denture-solutions-veterans/

 

Honoring Veterans: Navy & Marine Corps Veteran Charles Lauchheimer - August 2, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133620/honoring-veterans-navy-marine-corps-veteran-charles-lauchheimer/

 

Support for Veteran with Lou Gehrig’s Disease.  “This is called freedom.” - August 2, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133357/support-for-veteran-with-lou-gehrigs-disease/

 

The Congressional Gold Medal and the 369th Infantry Regiment’s Harlem Hellfighters - August 2, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133619/congressional-gold-medal-harlem-hellfighters/

 

Earn more with a gastroenterology specialty at VA.  Get inside a VA career - August 2, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133039/earn-more-with-a-gastroenterology-specialty-va/

 

A little-known law has forced over 120,000 veterans to return the money they got to leave the military, new data shows.  The statistics come amid renewed calls to change a law that has thrown many veterans into sudden hardship. – August 2, 2024

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/disabled-veterans-incentive-return-federal-law-rcna163636

 

Kansas City VA honors centenarian.  A birthday cake on her 103rd birthday - August 3, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133511/kansas-city-va-honors-centenarian/

 

CWV Book Corner, August: Army Veteran Theresa Kulikowski-Gillespie - August 3, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133635/cwv-book-corner-august-army-veteran-theresa-kulikowski-gillespie/

 

Colorectal Cancer Screening

https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/142,87081_VA

 

The Future of Cancer Care

https://www.cancer.va.gov/

 

FIT Test for Colorectal Cancer Screening

https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Encyclopedia/142,71720_VA

 

Contract Transition FAQs.  A new TRICARE contract (T-5) will start on Jan. 1, 2025. This change only affects those living in the United States.  Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about this transition. (The new contract will NOT affect TRICARE For Life beneficiaries, TRICARE Overseas users, or U.S. Family Health Plan members.)

https://tricare.mil/About/Changes/Contract-Transition-Frequently-Asked-Questions

 

Redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry (AHOBPR 2.0)

https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/burnpits/registry.asp

 

The United States Coast Guard, one of the country's five armed services, is a unique agency of the federal government.  We trace our history to 4 August 1790, when the first Congress authorized the construction of ten vessels to enforce tariff and trade laws and to prevent smuggling.  Known variously through the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as the Revenue Marine and the Revenue Cutter Service, we expanded in size and responsibilities as the nation grew. 

https://www.history.uscg.mil/home/history-program/

 

VVA Mourns the Passing of Paul W. “Bud” Bucha, MOH Recipient – August 2, 2024

https://vva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/PressReleaseNo.24-6.pdf

 

National Guard Chief, VA Benefits Fix, Military Pay Raise: Here's What's Still on Congress' To-Do List as Recess Starts – August 2, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/08/02/national-guard-chief-va-benefits-fix-military-pay-raise-heres-whats-still-congress-do-list-recess.html

 

"Dispatches" Episode 27: Carl Sciacchitano

Here is Episode 27 of our “Dispatches” video series. In this lively interview, Arts Editor Marc Leepson talks with Carl Sciacchitano, the writer and illustrator, about his brilliant new graphic novel, “The Heart That Fed: A Father, a Son and the Long Shadow of War.” This creatively crafted and compulsively readable book focuses on Carl’s father David’s radically life-changing 18-month Vietnam War tour of duty as an Air Force aircraft mechanic who—among many other things—manned an M-60 machinegun during an NVA attack near Quang Tri during the 1968 Tet Offensive, and also flashes back and forward to David’s and Carl’s lives before and after the war.

https://www.facebook.com/vvaveteran/videos/923447026215139

 

John Prine - Sam Stone

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLVWEYUqGew

 

20,000 completed toxic exposure screenings. Amarillo VA reaches milestone - August 3, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133361/20000-completed-toxic-exposure-screenings/

 

How a VA virtual reality headset changed a Veteran’s life.  “VR headsets can bring light and hope to anyone.” - August 4, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133480/how-virtual-reality-headset-changed-a-life/

 

The Women: The missing. The forgotten. The brave…

https://kristinhannah.com/books/the-women/

 

Live Whole Health #233: Predicting the future - August 5, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133633/live-whole-health-233-predicting-the-future/

 

Workshop to expand Social Connection resources for Veterans.  Over 200 experts discuss expanding access to resources to address Veteran loneliness – August 5, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133518/workshop-social-connection-resources-veterans/

 

Optimize your transition, maximize your career potential - August 6, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133643/maximize-your-career-potential/

 

Protheses implant surgery at Portland VA.  “You know what? You can still get your life back.” - August 6, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133327/protheses-implant-surgery-at-portland-va/

 

2024 Veterans Day Poster Contest: And the winner is…  Myisha Godette submitted the winning design for the 2024 Veterans Day Poster Contest - August 6, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133569/2024-veterans-day-poster-contest-and-the-winner-is/

 

Celebrate National Eye Exam Month and explore VA optometrist careers.  See what VA has to offer - August 6, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133043/celebrate-eye-exam-month-optometrist-careers/

 

DMVA Provides Financial Assistance for Higher Education to Eligible Children of Veterans – August 6, 2024

https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Military-and-Veteran-Affairs-Details.aspx?newsid=696

 

Court Enjoins Fraudulent Medical Debt Collection Scheme Targeting Veterans and Older Americans – August 6, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/court-enjoins-fraudulent-medical-debt-collection-scheme-targeting-veterans-and-older

 

Tim Walz, Who Spent Decades as an Enlisted Soldier, Brings Years of Work on Vets Issues to Dem Ticket – August 6, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/08/06/tim-walz-who-spent-decades-enlisted-soldier-brings-years-of-work-vets-issues-dem-ticket.html

 

OIG Determination of Veterans Health Administration’s Severe Occupational Staffing Shortages Fiscal Year 2024 – August 7, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/national-healthcare-review/oig-determination-veterans-health-administrations-severe-0

 

VA accepting proposals for new graduate medical education initiative to expand health care access for Veterans.  New program aims to increase access to care for Veterans in rural, Tribal, and underserved communities – August 7, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-accepting-proposals-for-new-graduate-medical-education-initiative-to-expand-health-care-access-for-veterans/

 

Veteran’s spindle cell sarcoma treated across geographical boundaries.  “I feel better when making decisions now.” - August 7, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133512/veterans-spindle-cell-sarcoma-across-boundaries/

 

News for Veterans with cancer.  Cancer Clinical Trial Nurse Navigation service - August 7, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133371/news-for-veterans-with-cancer/

 

Hundreds of Veteran advocates meet in Dayton to improve experience for transitioning military.  VetResources Community Network holds second annual national convening - August 7, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133713/veteran-advocates-improve-military-transition/

 

PURPLE HEART DAY | August 7

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/purple-heart-day-august-7

 

August 7, National Purple Heart Day

https://secure.campaigner.com/csb/Public/show/gi98-a0173--3dqdsc-6qytwa8

 

DMVA Digest: A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs - August 7, 2024

https://maestro.pa.gov/list/k3hdw2n4/240807D/2fhkq9yvbpra.vib?a0=16919

 

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James Ulinski	Wed, Aug 7, 8:29 PM (1 day ago)
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August 2024 Veteran News

I hope this newsletter reaches you in good health and staying out of the heat/humidity—as much as possible!

S.B. 194 has not been signed by our Governor. This is the bill to stop demanding 100% T&P disabled veterans report their disability income for the purpose of getting tax exemption. Currently sitting in the House Finance Committee since June 7^th, 2024. I believe after a few conversations; the fact that budget meetings ran about 2 weeks into the summer break and that meetings do not start again until September is the cause. I feel fairly confident this will get done. Several of us are keeping our eyes on this bill.

Agent Orange Awareness Day is Saturday, 8/10/24!

VA Begins Transition to Simpler Online Sign-In Experience for Veterans' Account Access:

VA has announced plans to start transitioning veterans over the next year to a more modern, streamlined online login process to access benefits and health care services. This step is part of VA's effort to safeguard and protect veteran data and that of their beneficiaries. 

Prepare for VA's secure sign-in changes

Note: We're moving to a simpler and more modern sign-in experience. We'll remove the My HealtheVet option after January 31, 2025, and the DS Logon option after September 30, 2025.

•  Create a Login.gov or ID.me account now
•  Learn how to prepare for VA's sign-in changes

·         Why this matters to you

·         We’re moving to a simpler, more modern sign-in experience with 2 secure sign-in account options (Login.gov and ID.me). After January 31, 2025, you won’t be able to sign in to VA websites or apps with a My HealtheVet user ID and password. After September 30, 2025, you won’t be able to sign in with a DS Logon username and password.

I began the process of this new/required “simpler” process yesterday and spent ½ hour trying to do more than get a new password, etc. This system requires a valid picture. I am now waiting for someone to call me back who helps veterans at Coatesville VA complete this process. Apparently, some employees also have difficulty navigating this “simpler” system. Do not wait until the last minute to start if you use myhealthevet.

I will update you next month on this system.

A big shout out to the DMVA for the following 3 pieces of information. Check out their site!

DMVA Personnel Provide Information on How to Apply for Republic of Korea - Ambassador for Peace Medal:

Honorably discharged veterans of the Korean War are eligible to receive the Republic of Korea - Ambassador for Peace Medal. Included with the medal is a certificate of gratitude from the South Korean government. For more information, contact the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) VSO Supervisor Paul DeVincenzo at 717-269-9986.

How to report the death of a Veteran

Calling is the fastest way to report a Veteran’s death so VA will stop benefit payments, but there are other options available for reporting.

Options for reporting:

• By Phone: Call VA 800-827-1000 (TTY: 711) and select 5. Agents are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.
• In Person: Go to a VA regional office. Find the nearest VA regional office. 
• By Mail: Department of Veterans Affairs Claims Intake Center, PO Box 4444, Janesville, WI 53547-4444. Include your relationship to the Veteran and any supporting documents that can help us verify the Veteran’s identity. Examples of supporting documents are:
• Death certificate or other public record of the Veteran’s death 
• Discharge document (like a DD214)
• If you report in person at a VA regional office or by mail, provide copies of: 
• Death certificate or other public record of the Veteran’s death.
• Discharge document (like a DD214).

Provide as much information about the Veteran as you can when you first report the notice of death to VA. This information will help VA verify the Veteran’s identity. This information includes:  

• Full name.
• Social Security Number or VA claim number.
• Date of birth.
• Date of death.
• Branch of service.

 

·         Attention Veterans: DMVA Helps Locate Lost Military Documents

·         The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is reminding veterans it can help locate their lost DD Form 214 (DD-214) and other military documents so they can get credit for time served and receive important benefits they have earned.

The DD-214 contains information needed to verify military service for benefits, retirement, employment and membership in veterans’ organizations. Without this key document, there could be significant delays when a veteran seeks benefits earned through their service to our nation. The DMVA can also assist with locating the DD-215, which is used to correct errors or make additions to a DD-214, helping to assure that veterans have accurate discharge documentation.

Anyone needing assistance from the DMVA to locate their DD-214/215, or other military documentation, can call toll-free 1-800-547-2838 or e-mail RA-REQ@pa.gov. More information about locating military documents can be found through the Records Request Program.

Another way to stay in touch is for veterans, family members and people who work with veterans to sign up for the DMVA’s Veterans Registry by visiting www.register.dmva.pa.gov.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) joint initiatives to end homelessness among veterans through enhanced collaboration with other federal, state, faith-based, VSO and community partners have made significant inroads in decreasing homelessness among our nation’s veterans.

 

H.R. 8560, the End Veteran Homelessness Act would have case managers prioritize assistance to vulnerable homeless veterans, including veterans who are homeless and have disabilities (including chronic mental illness, chronic substance abuse disorders or chronic physical disabilities).

 

This bill would authorize payment of administrative fees to the public housing agencies for costs of administering vouchers and other eligible expenses used to facilitate the leasing of the vouchers, such as security deposits and other costs related to retention and support of participating owners.

 

The legislation would also require the Government Accounting Office (GAO) to complete and submit a report with specific information as it pertains to the VA HUD-VASH program to certain congressional committees.

 

In accordance with DAV Resolution No. 083, DAV supports H.R. 8560, the End Veteran Homelessness Act.

 

We ask you to contact your Representative and urge them to co-sponsor and support H.R. 8560. Thank you for taking action on behalf of service-disabled veterans, their dependents, survivors and caregivers.

Greetings,

 

Senator Muth will be conducting her 5th Annual Veterans Expo, this fall. This event will take place on Saturday, October 26th, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center - Exhibit Hall D, located at 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA 19456. The Expo will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with doors opening at 8:30 AM for setup, which must be completed by 9:45 AM.

 

Enclosed is the registration form for the event. Kindly fill it out and return it to our office via email at senatormuth@pasenate.com by Friday, October 11th.

 

The Veterans Expo is a non-partisan event, open to all veterans and their families. Our goal is to provide a platform where veterans can access valuable resources and services offered by state agencies, local organizations, and businesses.

 

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Anthony Fiore at 610-792-2137 or Anthony.Fiore@pasenate.com.

 

According to recent projections---which are not finalized until October, the Senior Citizens League has projected a 2.65% increase in disability payments.

 

Reminder---to do a Veteran Buddy Check!

 

I had a simple blood test (PGX) done by the Lab at Coatesville and they found 2 potential needed changes in my medications. You might consider doing this as well. It will take 2-3 weeks to get the results from Durham VA Health Care System, Durham, NC.  The detailed report gives Medication Category, BASED ON PHARMACOGENETICS STANDARD DOSING PER YOUR PROVIDER, BASED ON PHARMACOGENETICS PROVIDER MAY DISCUSS ALTERNATIVES, PHARMACOGENETICS RESULTS, GENE, VARIANTS, ZYGOSITY, PHENOTYPE, and a page of information about the program. Check it out, you must request it! FYI----this is just another situation where sharing information is a good idea. Don Logeman brought this to my attention. Kudos—Don!

 

I continue to work with Kristen Meyers from Congresswoman Houlihan’s office in Washington to try and get an MST Awareness National Day. Kristen has been amazing with her energy level and desire to get this done. If this can get done, we are hoping that there will be more attention paid to this tragic issue!

 

I am also hoping State Representative Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz will once again get a House Resolution for MST Awareness in PA with media coverage and attention!

 

Another Kudos to Jennifer Pyc, District Office Director from State Representative Shusterman’s office for her willingness to listen to my questions about S.B. 194, her additional information on others who might help, MST conversation, and some additional information I needed.

 

I also want to thank Joe Niedzielski for his wanting to help with the very few of us in fights for legislation to help our veterans!

 

Kudos to Hugh Gill and Don Logeman who sent me the article that follows.

August 1, 2024

 

VA launches redesigned Burn Pit Registry By Julia Le Doux, 1 day ago The Department of Veterans Affairs Burn Pit Research Registry has been redesigned. The database combines veteran and service member data that helps VA to better understand, research, and ultimately improve treatment for the health challenges facing veterans exposed to airborne hazards and burn pits during their military service, according to a release. “While the registry does not impact an individual veteran’s health care or benefits, it does serve as a catalyst for advancing new and innovative treatments for the veteran population as a whole — including informing decisions related to presumptive conditions, more precise predictive medicine, and proactive veteran care,” said Under Secretary for Health Dr. Shereef Elnahal. The registry will now include more than 4.7 million veterans and service members who meet participation criteria based on Department of Defense records. “This tool is a significant improvement in making data available in a way that better serves all those who were exposed to burn pits and other hazards,” said Department of Defense Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez. Living or deceased veterans and service members who, according to DOD records, served in the military campaigns or theater of operations during the designated time frame will be automatically included in the registry: Operations and Campaigns: Desert Shield and Desert Storm; Iraqi Freedom; Enduring Freedom; and New Dawn.Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Djibouti, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman, Oman, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, waters of the Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, Syria, Uzbekistan, and Egypt between Aug. 2, 1990, and Aug. 31, 2021. Somalia since Aug. 2, 1990. The Southwest Asia theater of military operations and Egypt any time after Aug. 2, 1990. Afghanistan, Djibouti, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Uzbekistan, or Yemen any time after Sept. 11, 2001. Associated airspaces with the countries listed above as well as the waters of the Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman, and the Red Sea. The list is in addition to those who were based or stationed at a location on or after Sept. 11, 2001, where an open burn pit was used in Afghanistan, Iraq, Uzbekistan, Egypt, or Syria. The data included in the registry includes deployment locations, military personnel information, and demographics to include gender, race, and ethnicity. No medical information will be stored in the registry, according to the release. Data will be accessible only to select VA epidemiologists and researchers and institutional review board-approved researchers. Data will be used to conduct research on the cohort over a period of time. The results will inform the policy decision-making efforts of VA executive leaders, including those related to presumptive conditions. I hope you and your families have a great August as we rapidly move through this year! As always, comments and suggestions are always welcome. Jim Ulinski

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Unauthorized Community Care Dental Procedures Risked Improper Payments – August 8, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/audit/unauthorized-community-care-dental-procedures-risked-improper-payments

 

Tomah VA team awarded National HeRO Award.  Potential to cause patient harm - August 8, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133679/tomah-va-team-awarded-national-hero-award/

 

A Veteran’s mission to support others with hearing aids.  Empowering Veterans one sound at a time - August 8, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133409/a-veterans-mission-support-others-hearing-aids/

 

Arm yourself to beat debt scams - August 8, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133634/arm-yourself-to-beat-debt-scams/

 

Belated thanks for Central Pennsylvania Vietnam vets from someone new – and for someone new -August 8, 2024

https://www.abc27.com/local-news/belated-thanks-for-central-pennsylvania-vietnam-vets-from-someone-new-and-for-someone-new/

 

Veterans Looking for Support – August 8, 2024

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/mental-health-recovery/resources.asp

 

International Overdose Awareness Day Is August 31^st.  Did you know? Both prescription and recreational opioids are highly addictive, and opioids are the top cause of overdose deaths in the U.S. This International Overdose Awareness Day—and every day—understand the effects of unhealthy opioid use. – August 8, 2024

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp

 

After Challenges With Gambling and Substance Use, Veteran Finds Tools To Recover – August 8, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46axTUJzZQY

 

Find Support for Anxiety.  When anxiety starts affecting your day-to-day activities, work, sleep, or relationships, it may be time to do something about it. No matter what you are experiencing, VA has effective treatments and resources available. – August 8, 2024

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/anxiety/index.asp

 

VA Can Help You Transition Into the Classroom.  Whether you recently left active duty or have been a Veteran for many years, going to college can be exciting and present new possibilities—but it can also be challenging. It’s important to be aware of the difficulties you may confront and the steps you can take to overcome them. VA has resources to help Veterans who are integrating into campus life. – August 8, 2024

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/student-faculty/

 

Accessing Support for Older Veterans.  VA provides a range of mental health programs and resources for Veterans of all ages, backgrounds, and service eras. – August 8, 2024  

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/resources.asp

 

Forensic science cracks the ‘unsolvable’ case of a World War I soldier’s identity, enabling his re-burial – August 8, 2024

https://theconversation.com/forensic-science-cracks-the-unsolvable-case-of-a-world-war-i-soldiers-identity-enabling-his-re-burial-236111

 

Five Point Enterprises Agrees to Pay the United States Over $2M for Submitting False Claims to VA for Post-9/11 GI Bill Education Benefits – August 8, 2024

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/five-point-enterprises-agrees-pay-united-states-over-2m-submitting-false-claims-va-post-911

 

3 ways to realize the PACT Act’s promise and fulfill my husband’s dying wish – August 8, 2024

https://www.stripes.com/opinion/2024-08-08/pact-act-veteran-affairs-cancer-14796384.html

 

Belated thanks for Central Pennsylvania Vietnam vets from someone new – and for someone new – August 8, 2024

https://www.abc27.com/local-news/belated-thanks-for-central-pennsylvania-vietnam-vets-from-someone-new-and-for-someone-new/

 

In two years of the PACT Act, VA has delivered benefits and health care to millions of toxic-exposed Veterans and their survivors - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/in-two-years-of-the-pact-act-va-has-delivered-benefits-and-health-care-to-millions-of-toxic-exposed-veterans-and-their-survivor/

 

VA and the Biden-Harris Administration announce new government-wide website, call center to protect Veterans from fraud and scams - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-and-the-biden-harris-administration-announce-new-government-wide-website-call-center-to-protect-veterans-from-fraud-and-scams/

 

VA takes steps to expand access to benefits for Veterans who served at K2 and their survivors - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-takes-steps-to-expand-access-to-benefits-for-veterans-who-served-at-k2-and-their-survivors/

 

Beware: Claims predators want to prey on your benefits - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133852/beware-claims-predators-want-to-prey-on-your-benefits/

 

Five coping strategies for Veterans and their loved ones after a suicide attempt.  There are steps you can take to move forward on this journey of hope and healing - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133588/five-coping-strategies-veterans-suicide-attempt/

 

Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Roddie Edmonds - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133771/honoring-veterans-army-veteran-roddie-edmonds/

 

VA’s Disrupted Care National Project discovers vascular surgery rates still decreasing since COVID-19 pandemic - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133829/vas-disrupted-care-national-project-discovers-vascular-surgery-rates-still-decreasing-since-covid-19-pandemic/

 

Reimagining rehabilitation.  How recreation therapy is transforming Veterans' lives - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133413/reimagining-rehabilitation/

 

Celebrating 50 years of Veterans’ Group Life Insurance - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133773/celebrating-50-years-of-veterans-group-life-insurance/

 

FRA Newsbytes - August 9, 2024

https://www.fra.org/fra/Web/News___Publications/News_Bytes/Web/Content/NewsBytes.aspx

 

The Veterans Consortium Federal Pro Bono Program (Nationwide) – August 9, 2024 https://www.vetsprobono.org/

 

VA recruiters offer application advice and support.  What you need to know - August 9, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133006/va-recruiters-offer-application-advice-and-support/

 

On August 10, 2024 – Agent Orange Awareness Day – we will bring light to the continuing dark toll of the war by placing thousands of orange candles at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

https://www.vvmf.org/Agent-Orange-Awareness-Day/

 

RPM–HT saves Veteran lives, reduces hospital admissions.  RPM–HT serves more than 132,000 Veterans per year - August 10, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133685/rpm-ht-saves-veteran-lives-reduces-admissions/

 

Quadrennial VA Women Veterans Summit – “The Year of Empowerment” -September 5-7, 2024

https://veteran.events/event/quadrennial-va-women-veterans-summit-the-year-of-empowerment/

 

Graduation of Crisis Response & Intervention Training class - August 10, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133522/graduation-crisis-response-intervention-class/

 

VA changes rules, expands housing assistance for disabled veterans.  Previously disability compensation pushed unhoused veterans above the income limit to receive federal housing subsidies. Updated rules end that Catch-22. – August 10, 2024

https://taskandpurpose.com/news/homeless-veterans-va-disability-changes/

 

Better together: Tackling Veteran food insecurity.  VA helps Veterans through food security initiatives - August 11, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133592/better-together-tackling-food-insecurity/

 

The Library of Congress preserves collective memories representing entire societies as well as intimate records of important moments and rites of passage in individual lives.

https://www.loc.gov/exhibitions/treasures-from-the-library-of-congress/about-this-exhibition/

 

Mobile medical units bring needed care to unsheltered Veterans.  Twenty-five units have been deployed throughout the country - August 12, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133649/mobile-medical-units-bring-care-to-veterans/

 

Strong social connections can lessen loneliness.  Combatting America’s epidemic of loneliness - August 12, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133603/strong-social-connections-can-lessen-loneliness/

 

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for August 12, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133835/hiring-veterans-jobs-of-the-week-for-august-12/

 

To continue empowering tomorrow’s leaders, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Student Veterans of America (SVA) will once again host the 2024-2025 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship, providing exemplary student veterans the opportunity to make their voices heard on Capitol Hill and in their community.

https://www.vfw.org/assistance/student-veterans-support/student-fellowship

 

The 2024/2025 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship program is scheduled from October 2024 to March 2025. Chosen Fellows will work with VFW and SVA staff on a shared policy priority.  The deadline for applications is September 15, 2024.

https://studentveterans.org/programs-events/vfw-sva-legislative-fellowship/

 

Participate in VA Million Veteran Program and Improve Care for All

https://www.mvp.va.gov/pwa/

 

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced one burial update for Korean War Army Master Sgt. David P. Sluder. 

https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3859796/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-sluder-d/

 

The Controversy Over Tim Walz's Military Service, Explained – August 12, 2024

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/the-controversy-over-tim-walz-s-military-service-explained/ar-AA1oFZH0

 

Live Whole Health Episode #234: Take me to the river - August 12, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133844/live-whole-health-episode-234-take-me-to-the-river/

 

Republican Project 2025 Takes Dead Aim at Veterans' Health and Disability Benefits – August 12, 2024

https://www.military.com/daily-news/opinions/2024/08/12/republican-project-2025-takes-dead-aim-veterans-health-and-disability-benefits.html

 

100th Birthday Surprise Party Held For War Veteran In Bensalem.  Joseph DeMarco was honored at Parx Casino with a motorcade and family and friends on Friday. – August 12, 2024

https://patch.com/pennsylvania/bensalem/100th-birthday-surprise-party-held-war-veteran-bensalem

 

Failures by Telemetry Medical Instrument Technicians and Leaders’ Response at the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Aurora – August 13, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/hotline-healthcare-inspection/failures-telemetry-medical-instrument-technicians-and-leaders

 

Golden Years or Golden Scams? The Republican Battle Against Your Retirement

Your retirement security is hanging in the balance, threatened by Republicans who don't have your best interests at heart... - August 13, 2024

https://hartmannreport.com/p/golden-years-or-golden-scams-the-2f1

 

Veterans bond and heal through golf.  HOPE - Helping Our Patriots Everywhere - August 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133659/veterans-bond-and-heal-through-golf/

 

Pittsburgh VA Veteran headed to Paris Paralympics.  “I wanted to prove to myself that I was the same person.” - August 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133887/pittsburgh-va-veteran-headed-paris-paralympics/

 

From tiny shelter to tranquil apartment with help from VA.  “Working with staff is a key part of getting help.” - August 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133655/from-tiny-shelter-to-apartment-help-from-va/

 

Online safety and the Do Nots of traveling - August 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133785/online-safety-and-the-do-nots-of-traveling/

 

Remains of Korean War soldier to be interred Aug. 23 in Pennsylvania - August 13, 2024

https://www.stripes.com/history/2024-08-13/korean-war-soldier-burial-pennsylvania-14852460.html

 

SUN, October 13, 2024 – Birthday of the U.S. Navy. 

https://nationaltoday.com/navy-birthday/

 

HBCU grads at VA share their experiences, offer advice.  Education, preparation, motivation - August 13, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133072/hbcu-grads-at-va-share-experiences-offer-advice/

 

Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy Now Accepting Applications for January 2025 Class – August 13, 2024

https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Military-and-Veteran-Affairs-Details.aspx?newsid=697

 

If you’re considering a VA career or reassignment, the Department’s Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program (VMSTEP) can help.

https://www.vaforvets.va.gov/

 

A Select Review of VHA’s Implementation of the VA Sustainability Plan – August 14, 2024

https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/national-healthcare-review/select-review-vhas-implementation-va-sustainability-plan

 

Designated education officers train health professions trainees.  “I think it’s the best job in VA.” -

August 14, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133663/designated-education-officers-train-health/

 

Interview: More Than One Story: Suicide Prevention Program for Women and Non-Binary Veterans - August 14, 2024

https://news.va.gov/133803/interview-more-story-suicide-prevention-program/

 

DMVA Digest: A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs - August 14, 2024

https://maestro.pa.gov/list/k3hdw2n4/240812B/8pe5go3qinc8.vib?a0=16143