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veterans-benefits
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abcnews.go.comworld5 hrs ago
Health plan switch delayed access to heart transplant medication
A Florida couple reported that switching from a Federal Employees Health Benefits plan to CHAMPVA created a six-week delay in coverage for antirejection drugs. The man experienced heart failure during the coverage gap. Similar coverage disruptions have affected other patients cha…
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House Passes Bill Raising Benefits for Disabled Veterans and Gold Star Families
The House approved legislation that would increase Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and Special Monthly Compensation payments. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.
theyeshivaworld.combusiness54 days ago
Bipartisan Bill Would Increase VA Disability Payments Starting in Late 2026
Senate Bill S. 4487, sponsored by Republican Senator Jerry Moran with 15 co-sponsors from both parties, would increase base monthly disability compensation and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation rates for veterans and survivors. The legislation would apply increases automatica…
The Hillpolitics57 days ago
Defense Secretary Boosts Bipartisan Veterans Benefits Bill Opposed by Some Republicans
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth supported a bipartisan bill last week that would expand benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits. The legislation has faced opposition from key Republicans, including the chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee, over concerns about its…