American Legion praises President Biden and Congress for the significant victory for the nation’s veterans, their families and caregivers.
President Biden signed into law on Jan. 2 an American Legion-supported bipartisan omnibus bill that will give a significant boost to veterans, their families, their caregivers, and their survivors.
The Sen. Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act amends various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) authorities related to health care, economic opportunity, disability and memorial affairs, veteran homelessness, and oversight and investigations.
The bill enhances and reforms the delivery of services by prioritizing veterans, their families, their caregivers and their survivors. Several proposals represented key legislative priorities for The American Legion.
“The American Legion is delighted that President Biden and Congress prioritized America’s veterans and families by enacting into law the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act,” American Legion National Commander James A. LaCoursiere Jr. said. “One of the most meaningful ways to honor veterans is to show support for their loved ones and caregivers. Sen. Elizabeth Dole epitomized the role of a loving caregiver through her many years of devotion to the late Sen. Bob Dole, a World War II hero.”
LaCoursiere thanked members of Congress who paved the way for the significant victory for the nation’s veterans, their families and caregivers. Read a personal story why this legislation matters.
“This new law was the result of true bipartisan advocacy and had the full support of The American Legion and other veterans organizations,” he concluded. “By opening new benefits to dedicated caregivers, the United States sends an important message that the sacrifices of our veterans will not be forgotten.”
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