| Dec. 23, 2019
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Smith, Local Officials, Vets & Law Enforcement Honor Marine Vet Presented w Keys to "Smart Home'
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Rep. Chris Smith
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Durbin, Takano: VA Must Protect Veteran Students In Wake Of FTC Settlements With For-Profit Colleges
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Sen. Jack Reed, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Tweet - "In light of recent settlements between @FTC and for-profit colleges, it's up to the @DeptVetAffairs to protect veteran students. Today I joined @RepMarkTakano & several colleagues in writing to VA Sec. Wilkie, urging him to do just that. You can read our letter here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Inhofe, Lankford Propose Plan to Give VA Greater Ability to Provide Chaplaincy Services
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Sen. James Lankford, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Rep. Cisneros Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Restore Servicemembers' Ability to Transfer Education Benefits
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Rep. Gil Cisneros
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Senate Clears Bill Cosponsored by Shaheen & Hassan to Award Congressional Gold Medal to WWII U.S. Merchant Marines
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Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Klobuchar Provisions Included in National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar
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| Dec. 20, 2019
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Schumer reveals: VA is about to launch major study on "toxins,' but LI's Northport already did study on cancer-causing parasite, Liver-Fluke, that VA has sitting on a shelf; senator demands VA incorporate LI's data in new study to give vets answers & care they deserve
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 19, 2019
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Rubio, Klobuchar Applaud Senate Passage of Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Tweet - "Proud to have the support of the @AmericanLegion for S.J. Res. 56 to overturn the DeVos borrower defense rule which would prevent defrauded student veterans from getting the federal student debt relief to which they are entitled."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida - Crist, Bilirakis Lead Letter to Desantis on Veteran Suicide
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Rep. Gus Bilirakis, ...
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Tester, Blackburn, Klobuchar Toxic Exposure Bill Heads to President's Desk
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Sens. Coons, Murkowski introduce bill to help surviving spouses of veterans who died from ALS
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski, ...
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Shaheen Calls on VA to Address Health Care Provider Payment Backlog
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilke, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Delegation Urges Veterans Affair Secretary to Prioritize Hot Springs VA in 2020
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Sen. John Thune, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Help Veteran Receive Benefits After Being Denied Assistance
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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House Passes Amata-Cosponsored Veterans' Bill To Report On Overcoming Barriers To Benefits
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Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Tweet - "Congress is about to pass a law I wrote giving @DeptVetAffairs 30 days to deliver a plan to get veterans suffering from Agent Orange exposure the coverage they need. Our veterans sacrificed in service to our country. They deserve the treatment and benefits they've earned."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Kaine and McSally's Veteran Treatment Court Bill Passes Senate
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Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Boozman Recognizes Late Jonesboro WWII Veteran in 'Salute to Veterans'
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Sen. John Boozman
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Portman, Warren Applaud Senate Passage of Proposal to Enhance Financial Protections for Gold Star Spouses and Spouses of Injured Servicemembers in NDAA Conference Report
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Sen. Thom Tillis, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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ICYMI: Following Trip to Afghanistan, Allred and Members of Veterans Committee Seek Solution for Veteran Contractors Serving Abroad
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Rep. Haley Stevens, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Congress Approves Expansion of Arkansas Veterans Cemetery, Headed to President's Desk
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Sen. John Boozman
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Sensenbrenner, Gallego Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Disabled Veterans Overcome Mobility Challenges
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Sen. Ruben Gallego, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Tweet - "There's absolutely no good reason to deny the 67,000+ military widows across the U.S. from receiving their full Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs survivor benefits. Glad to see @SenDougJones get this bill across the finish line. #WidowsTaxAxed"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 17, 2019
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Congressman Kim Delivers Funding for New Jersey Infrastructure, Opioid Research and Veterans Suicide Prevention in Funding Deal
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Sen. Andy Kim
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| Dec. 16, 2019
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Senator McConnell Delivers Remaining Funding for Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville
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Sen. Mitch McConnell
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| Dec. 16, 2019
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Tester, Thune, Brown, Perdue Introduce Bill to Recognize Unique Housing Needs of Veterans & Rural America
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Sen. John Thune, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2019
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Ernst: "We should expect and demand the highest standard of care for Iowa's veterans'
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Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2019
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Rep. Cisneros Statement on Passage of Landmark Legislation to Support our Servicewomen and Women Veterans
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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2019
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Rep. Sánchez Renames Whittier Post Office After Vietnam Veteran Jose Ramos
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Rep. Linda Sánchez
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| Dec. 13, 2019
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Rounds, Tester Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish Grant Program Honoring Veterans
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Sen. Mike Rounds
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| Dec. 13, 2019
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Stanton's Initiatives to Improve Veterans' Quality of Life Will Become Law
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Rep. Greg Stanton
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Legislation Authored by Senators Collins, Shaheen to Increase Access to National Parks & Federal Lands for Disabled Veterans Advances
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Rep. Cisneros Secures CA-39 Priorities in the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
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Rep. Gil Cisneros
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Senators Hassan, Ernst, Sinema Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure VA Is Sufficiently Vetting Health Providers
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Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Tester, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish Grant Program Honoring Veterans
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Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Dr. Ruiz's Burn Pits Legislation Passes House
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Rep. Raul Ruiz
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Cleaver's Bill to Honor WWI Veterans Included in NDAA, Passes House of Representatives
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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Blunt Rochester Votes to Support Military, Protect Clean Water, Provide for Veterans
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Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Hill, Van Hollen, Blunt, Cleaver Secure WWI Valor Medals Review Act in FY20 National Defense Bill
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Baldwin, Sullivan, Teseter, Daines Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Veteran Suicide Crisis
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Sen. Steve Daines, ...
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Smith Veterans Amendment Approved in National Defense Authorization Act
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Rep. Chris Smith
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Cortez Masto Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Improve Veterans' Caregiver Program
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Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Tester, Sullivan veteran suicide prevention bill heads to president's desk
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Sen. Dan Sullivan, ...
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Rep. Burchett: NDAA keeps America safe, prioritizes veterans and their families
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Rep. Tim Burchett
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation Sponsored by Rep. Jim Banks Heads to President's Desk
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Sen. Jim Banks
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Mast Statement On West Palm Beach VA Corruption Charges
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Rep. Brian Mast
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Hassan-Backed Bill to Address Veteran Suicide Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk
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Sen. Maggie Hassan
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Representative Houlahan Celebrates Passage Of Landmark Legislation To Support Our Servicewomen And Women Veterans
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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Rep. Lee Helps Pass House Defense Budget, Including Three Bipartisan Lee Amendments to Improve Veteran Health Care Services
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Rep. Susie Lee
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Dir. of the Federal Housing Finance Agency - Sinema leads bipartisan effort ensuring servicemembers and veterans have access to VA home loan benefits
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Sen. John Hoeven, ...
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Congress Approves Reed-Backed Bill to Help Prevent Veterans Suicide
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Cornyn: Final Defense Bill Benefits Texas Servicemembers, Families, and Veterans
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Sen. John Cornyn
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Cornyn, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Support Small Businesses Owned by Spouses of Deceased Veterans
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Cortez Masto Cosponsors Resolution to Secure Placement for Gold Star Families in Senate Offices
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Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Collins, Jones Announce Military Widow's Tax Repeal Included in Final Defense Bill
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Sen. Susan Collins, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Senate Unanimously Passes Collins, King Resolution Marking December 14, 2019, as "Wreaths Across America Day"
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Sen. Susan Collins, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Van Hollen, Brown Announce Inclusion of Honorary Promotion for Bethesda Veteran Charles McGee in Defense Authorization Bill
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Manchin, Capito introduce bipartisan bill to improve Clarksburg VA medical center transparency
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Sen. Shelley Capito, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Congressman Wilson on NDAA: Grateful to Finally AXE the "Widow's Tax"
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Rep. Joe Wilson
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| Dec. 9, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Harder, VA Committee Chair Demand Answers After DeVos Bungles Disabled Veteran Student Loan Forgiveness
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Rep. Josh Harder, ...
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| Dec. 9, 2019
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Warner Applauds Inclusion of Military Widow's Tax Repeal in Final Defense Bill
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Sen. Susan Collins, ...
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| Dec. 9, 2019
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For Country Caucus Endorses Congressman Panetta Bill to Provide Legal Services to Homeless Veterans
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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, ...
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| Dec. 8, 2019
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With Veteran And Military Suicide Posing A Crisis In New York And Across The Country, Gillibrand Stands With Veterans, Advocates, Medical Experts And Unveils New Push To Strengthen Mental Health Access And Support For The Military Community
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Dec. 7, 2019
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Schatz Statement On The 78th Anniversary Of The Attack On Pearl Harbor
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Sen. Brian Schatz
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Tester, Collins, Casey, Daines Fight to Protect Veterans from Predatory Pension Poachers
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Sen. Susan Collins, ...
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Senate Clears Bill Cosponsored by Shaheen & Hassan to Award Congressional Gold Medal to WWII U.S. Army Special Operators
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Heeding Bipartisan Calls Spearheaded by Shaheen, DOD Agrees to Expand Coverage of Lifesaving Breast Cancer Screenings
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Tillis & Sinema Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring the VA to Provide Support for Outgoing Servicemembers
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Sen. Thom Tillis
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Rep. Cisneros Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Improve Veterans' Access To Apprenticeship Programs
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Rep. Gil Cisneros
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| Dec. 6, 2019
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Congresswoman Lori Trahan Announces "Holiday Cards for Heroes" Program
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Rep. Lori Trahan
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| Dec. 5, 2019
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Rep. Cisneros And Rep. Peters Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill To Create VA Support Network To Boost Veterans' Mental Health
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Rep. Scott Peters, ...
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| Dec. 5, 2019
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U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Dan Sullivan Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Overmedication Among Veterans
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Sen. Dan Sullivan, ...
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| Dec. 5, 2019
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Hearing of the Technology Modernization Subcommittee of the House Veterans Affairs Committee - Statement of Rep. Lee, Hearing on Longstanding Financial Management Challenges at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
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Rep. Susie Lee
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