veterans

The federal government said it will honor all veterans’ claims for new health care benefits if they meet an August 14 deadline to file.

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.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a rule change that will waive copays for Native American veterans.

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.

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.

Sen. Jon Tester Wednesday announced the introduction of a bill that aims to provide more support for homeless Native veterans.

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.

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.

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.

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.