The Veterans and Military Service Committee engages NACo and its members to develop and highlight county best practices and policies to promote innovative programs, services and benefits for our nation’s military, veterans and their families.
Veterans and Military Services Committee
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Veterans and Military Services Committee
The Veterans and Military Service Committee engages NACo and its members to develop and highlight county best practices and policies to promote innovative programs, services and benefits for our nation’s military, veterans and their families.
The Veterans and Military Service Committee engages NACo and its members to develop and highlight county best practices and policies to promote innovative programs, services and benefits for our nation’s military, veterans and their families.2015-07-25Basic page2022-07-07
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Applications open for $52.5 million in VA grants for veteran suicide prevention
On March 2, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced the availability of $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide and facilitate suicide prevention services for veterans and their families. -
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VA shares resources to assist with PACT Act outreach efforts
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs began processing PACT Act benefit claims on January 1, 2023, and has been leading a nationwide outreach campaign to inform veterans, their families and survivors about the PACT Act and encouraging them to apply for the health care and benefits they have earned. -
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House passes CVSO Act to support veterans
On November 29, the U.S. House of Representatives will consider the bipartisan Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach (CVSO) Act (H.R. 4601/S. 2405). Counties strongly support this legislation as it would increase the ability of state, county, municipal and tribal veteran service officers to support veterans as they navigate the wide range of their U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits including health care, housing and transition assistance programs. -
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VA announces funding opportunities to help veterans experiencing homelessness
n October 27, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) published three grant opportunities aimed at helping veterans who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. -
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Counties can help reduce isolation and suicide for troops and vets through Warrior Call
Frank Larkin is Chief Operating Officer, Troops First Foundation and Chair of Warrior Call
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Legislative Director – Human Services & Education | Veterans & Military Services(202) 661-8843