Department of Arizona

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American Legion says compromise bill is ‘critical component’ for VA improvement

July 28, 2014 280

The measure would seek to correct longstanding systemic problems within the department WASHINGTON (July 28, 2014) –...

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Legion to set up crisis center in Phoenix

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Legion to set up crisis center in Phoenix

June 3, 2014

Legion to set up crisis center in Phoenix The center will assist veterans and family members affected...

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Legion supports Veterans Choice Act

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Legion supports Veterans Choice Act

June 3, 2014

Legion supports Veterans Choice Act The senate bill would allow VA enrollees to use private health care...

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CBO Recommendations for Cuts in Military and Veterans Benefits

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CBO Recommendations for Cuts in Military and Veterans Benefits

November 18, 2013

Last week the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report titled: Options For Reducing The Deficit –...

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American Legion is “appalled” by conditions at Jackson VA facility

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American Legion is “appalled” by conditions at Jackson VA facility

November 15, 2013

WASHINGTON (Nov. 14, 2013) — Daniel M. Dellinger, national commander of The American Legion said he is...

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VA Resuming Normal Operations as Government Shutdown Ends

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VA Resuming Normal Operations as Government Shutdown Ends

October 23, 2013

WASHINGTON (October 17, 2013) – Employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs are working to resume normal...

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Commander thankful shutdown is halted

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Commander thankful shutdown is halted

October 23, 2013

WASHINGTON (Oct. 17, 2013) — American Legion National Commander Daniel M. Dellinger expressed relief Thursday after a...

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The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation awards over $644,005 in grants

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The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation awards over $644,005 in grants

October 23, 2013

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 16, 2013) — The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation, in its 59th year, has awarded...

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Legion agrees with VA: ‘End this shutdown’

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Legion agrees with VA: ‘End this shutdown’

October 9, 2013

Secretary’s testimony paints bleak picture for veterans if the impasse continues in Washington. WASHINGTON (Oct. 9, 2013)...

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VA regional offices shut down

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VA regional offices shut down

October 8, 2013

WASHINGTON (Oct. 8, 2013) — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced it is placing more...

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Congress is missing its chance to help America’s veterans

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Congress is missing its chance to help America’s veterans

October 8, 2013

WASHINGTON (Oct. 2, 2013) — The House of Representatives failed to pass a bill yesterday that would...

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The American Legion Daily Newsclips, Thursday, July 25, 2013

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The American Legion Daily Newsclips, Thursday, July 25, 2013

July 25, 2013

Ex-VA Boss: Elderly Vet Claims Worsen Backlog House Votes To Block More DoD Furloughs In 2014 U.S....

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Flag amendment introduced in Senate

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Flag amendment introduced in Senate

June 14, 2013

The amendment would restore the power of Congress to protect the U.S. Flag from desecration WASHINGTON, June...

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American Legion praises Congress for passage of new Stolen Valor Act

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American Legion praises Congress for passage of new Stolen Valor Act

May 23, 2013

WASHINGTON (May 23, 2013) – The American Legion is praising Congress for passing the new Stolen Valor...

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The American Legion Washington DC Office *HOT ISSUES*

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The American Legion Washington DC Office *HOT ISSUES*

May 16, 2013

May 16, 2013 – ISSUES– VA Medical Leases The VA&R and Legislative division are working together on...

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