VA plans to deploy new health records to more sites in JuneThe program has been delayed since last fall because of problems with software reliability and staff training.By Leo Shane III6 days ago
Lawmakers eye caps on attorney fees for Camp Lejeune suitsThe Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee chairman expects legislation on the issue to curb fees lawyers can charge veterans to pass sometime this year.By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
Bill would launch clinical trials on cannabis use for vets pain, PTSD The measure advanced out of a key Senate committee for the first time.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
After UFO shoot-downs, senators fret over holes in homeland defensesLawmakers are eyeing NORAD's capabilities after a suspected Chinese spy balloon and other objects pierced North America's airspace.By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris5 weeks ago
Defense spending to rise by 9% in Congress’ FY23 budget dealThe money is part of a larger $1.7 trillion spending plan for federal operations.By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris3 months ago
Lawmaker pushes plan to cap attorney fees for Camp Lejeune lawsuitsVA officials and veterans advocates have warned that many veterans may be taken advantage of by lawyers filing suits related to water contamination there.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
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