Veterans news covering VA care, benefits, homelessness, mental health, and military transition programs.
House Speaker Mike Johnson pulled the comprehensive veterans' benefits bill H.R. 9237 for the second time in two weeks after backlash to a provision changing the rating schedule for sleep apnea and tinnitus. Powerful veterans groups like the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans opposed the measure, while the American Legion supported it.
Israel's Knesset formally recognized PTSD as a service-related disability, entitling soldiers to subsidized treatment. The law defines 'combat trauma survivors' as soldiers diagnosed with PTSD from military service. The Defense Ministry estimates 50,000 Israelis will be treated for service-related mental health issues by 2028.
This commentary argues that the Royal Canadian Legion remains vital for veteran support and community, 100 years after its founding. It contends that Legion halls provide unique spaces for fellowship and preserving military history, especially as WWII veterans dwindle. The piece highlights the Regina branch's efforts to digitize archives and engage the public.