Latest "PACT Act" stories

Deadline looms for vets to get retroactive toxic exposure benefits

Veterans Affairs officials plan a public outreach campaign over the next month to get more veterans signed up for the payouts.

By Leo Shane III

2 weeks ago

GOP's proposed vets benefits change kicks off new lawmaker slugfest

Republican lawmakers want changes to a fund designed to protect money for veterans benefits payouts.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

Camp Lejeune’s poisoned water caused higher rates of Parkinson’s

The findings again highlight the harm done by toxic chemicals to military families stationed at the site.

By Leo Shane III

9 weeks ago

Military Times named American Legion Fourth Estate Award winner

Military Times was recognized for its 2022 reporting about the harmful effects of burn pits and other toxic exposures.

By Zamone Perez

2 months ago

Support services for homeless veterans set to expire

Aid programs for homeless vets will end unless Congress speeds through new legislation.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Rising veteran disability claims could burn out VA staff

The Veterans Benefits Administration is on pace to set a new record this year for processing disability cases.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

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