House passes budget bill for Veterans Affairs, military constructionThe bill includes $450 billion for the VA, a 3% increase from the current fiscal year but less than the Trump administration requested.By Patricia Kime4 months ago
House passes $435 billion spending plan for VA in fiscal 2026Republicans approved plans for an 18% boost in total Veterans Affairs spending next year, but the measure is far from becoming law. By Leo Shane III15 months ago
House panel pushes ahead $453 billion funding plan for VA next yearThe appropriations plan would add more than $80 billion to the current VA funding level, giving the department its biggest budget ever. By Leo Shane III16 months ago
GOP plan provides $453 billion for VA programs, benefits next year The spending plan for Veterans Affairs next year is up significantly from current levels but is about $1 billion less than what the White House wanted. By Leo Shane III16 months ago
Congressional appropriators criticize VA’s unapproved funding moves Department leaders shifted about $340 million in budget savings to outside health care accounts without lawmakers' OK. By Leo Shane III16 months ago
Republicans back abortion ban in $360B VA budget draft for next year VA would see a 10% boost in funding under a plan advanced by Republican appropriators on Tuesday, but Democrats oppose other parts of the bill.By Leo Shane III2 years ago
