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Biden misstates veterans suicide problem in State of the Union speech
The president appeared to take credit for a massive improvement on the issue that never happened.
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Biden to call for more support for homeless vets in State of the Union
Expanding services for veterans facing mental health and financial problems will also be key features of the upcoming presidential budget request.
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Oracle exec: VA health records overhaul is only real option for vets
The company behind VA's controversial health records project insists the work can still be finished in a way that benefits veterans and taxpayers.
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These recommendations could help transitioning service members
The George W. Bush Institute is urging the current administration to support programs and resources to help veterans successfully transition to civilian li
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Vets unemployment improves, national jobless rate lowest since 1969
About 240,000 veterans nationwide were looking for work last month but unable to find steady employment.
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New House Vets chair plans focus on PACT Act oversight, medical access
Rep. Mike Bost takes over as committee chairman after serving as ranking member last year.
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From undergrad to civilian career, ASU shapes Army veteran’s life
Jose and Amy Morenos' lives have been shaped by the experiences of themselves and their children with Arizona State University.
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How to use VA disability benefits to pay for dependents’ education
DEA benefits can be a smart way to pay for dependents' schooling.
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NIIT helps veterans find careers in high-tech fields
The National Institute for Innovation and Technology helps veterans find careers in high-tech fields such as semiconductors and nanotechnology.
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New VA initiative helped house more than 40K vets last year
Department officials had set a goal of housing at least 38,000 veterans in need in 2022. They exceeded it.
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Nebraska considers using veterans to help address teacher shortage
A new bill would allow qualifying veterans to teach in Nebraska, but critics say it is not the solution to the state’s teacher shortage.
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No retroactive benefits for veterans past deadline, Supreme Court says
Current law states that veterans must file paperwork in that one-year window to backdate payouts to that military separation date.
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Navy veteran scores dream job in outreach role with Commanders
Navy veteran Chris Bailey has found a new career with the Washington Commanders, serving as a liaison between the team and the military community.
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Advocates push for national veterans strategy to focus support efforts
They say more coordination is needed with Defense Department leaders to ensure troops can transition to military life smoothly.
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When VA calls, veterans listen
More than 70% of veterans approached through the department's Solid Start program talked to staffers about available programs and services.
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Veterans unemployment up slightly in December, despite overall gains
About 280,000 veterans were unable to find steady employment last month.
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VA to get new authority over education benefits for future emergencies
The move comes in response to problems that surfaced at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in America.
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GI Bill fix for vets enrolled in defunct schools heads to White House
The changes will make clear just how much education benefits those students have remaining.
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