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News Release from the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs USDVA proposes rule to extend presumed areas of exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides, making it easier for exposed Veterans to receive their earned benefits VA continues to expand access to

As reported February 1 by Leo Shane III for Military Times, thousands of veterans who faced toxic exposure risks in the military may be eligible for expanded healthcare options through VA starting next month, under plans being finalized by department officials. White House leaders last

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) has announced The Wall That Heals national tour schedule for 2024. The Wall That Heals exhibit includes a three- quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center. The 29th season of The Wall

The South Carolina State Library offers resources and services absolutely free to Veterans. One service that may be particularly valuable to Veterans with visual impairments or physical disabilities is the SC State Library Talking Book Services. Click below to WATCH

Vet Centers Cited for Failing to Assess Veterans at High Risk for Suicide As reported February 1 by Linda F. Hersey for Stars and Stripes, Vet Centers are failing to assess and document suicide risks consistently for clients experiencing Post-traumatic Stress

FRA Pinnacle Award Presented to Rep. Jim BanksFRA National President John Handzuk and National Vice President Maria Behm presented the FRA Pinnacle Award to Representative Jim Banks (Ind.) in his Capitol Hill office this week. The FRA presents the Pinnacle

Since January 2023, more than 31,400 Veterans have enrolled in VA’s guaranteed acceptance whole life insurance program, Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife). Apply or learn more about VALife eligibility, today. Read More

In preparation for National Vietnam War Veterans Day (NVWVD), weintroduced our promotional video, the most-watched video of the year, and revealed our brand new NVWVD poster. On and around March 29, you held more than 12 hundred events, recognizing Vietnam

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announced January 25 that Roger H. C. Donlon, the first recipient of the Medal of Honor for the Vietnam War, passed away January 25, 2024, in Leavenworth, Kansas, at the age of 89—five days before his 90th birthday.