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The federal government said it will honor all veterans’ claims for new health care benefits if they meet an August 14 deadline to file.
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Soon, Montana veterans will be able to receive mobile treatment for depression. It’s part of a first-of-its kind effort for the VA.
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a rule change that will waive copays for Native American veterans.
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Montana Veterans Affairs (VA) officials say all veterans with and without benefits can now get free emergency mental health care at any medical facility, including non-VA facilities. They can also receive residential and outpatient crisis services. The new rule aims to reduce suicide among Montana veterans.
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Funding to implement a veterans health program is now at stake as Congress approaches a government funding deadline. The PACT Act expands health care benefits to millions of veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances.
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Sen. Jon Tester Wednesday announced the introduction of a bill that aims to provide more support for homeless Native veterans.
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While the national suicide rate among veterans is declining, a recent study found that the suicide rate in eight states, including Montana, may be more than double what the VA is reporting.
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The U.S. Senate Tuesday evening passed a bill to expand health care benefits to millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits. With a bipartisan 86 to 11 vote, the PACT Act can now head to the president’s desk.
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Montana Senator Steve Daines previously supported the bill but joined 41 other Republicans Wednesday to block the burn pit legislation over concerns of excess federal spending.
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After first voting against it, Rep. Rosendale has signed on to an amended bill expanding benefits to millions of veterans exposed to toxins passed the U.S. House on July 14.