May 24, 2007
House Seeks More Benefits for Veterans
The House on Wednesday marked the coming Memorial Day holiday by approving a spate of bills to benefit veterans, including one aimed at improving screening and treatment of veterans with traumatic brain injuries.
The House also agreed to extend health care eligibility for combat veterans, provide more chiropractic care and expand outreach programs to ensure that veterans get the benefits they deserve.
The bills 'keep our contract with our nation's veterans and there's no better time than just before Memorial Day to say thank you,' said Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner, D-Calif. Read more
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