SGLI and VGLI Insurance Coverage Increases for Servicemembers and Veterans
Servicemembers and qualifying Veterans will be able to increase their life insurance coverage up to $500,000.
New Changes to VA Burial Allowance
The VA will pay reasonable costs incurred to transport a veteran remains from the place of death to the place of burial under certain circumstances.
Copayment Exemption for American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans
VA published new rules that exempts eligible American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans from copayments for health care and all urgent care visits.
New Rule Allowing VA to Repay Veterans’ Emergency Room Bill
Veterans could now get some of out-of-pocket costs reimbursed even if the claim was previously denied.
Veterans Can Access VA Disability Benefit Decisions Online
Veterans can now access their full VA disability claim decision letters electronically.
VA Extends Eligibility for Legacy Participants
VA is extending eligibility and applicable benefits for Legacy Participants and Legacy Applicants through Sept. 30, 2025
PACT Act Fraud Targeting Veterans
Veterans need to beware of predatory third-party companies telling veterans to “act now” to claim their Camp Lejeune or PACT Act benefits.
Veterans in Suicidal Crisis Can Seek Treatment at Any VA or Non-VA Healthcare Facility FREE
As of January 17, 2023, Veterans in acute suicidal crisis will be able to go to any health care facility for emergency health care at no cost.
Easily Reschedule Your VA Appointments via VEText
VA has developed an interactive mobile solution to remind veterans of upcoming appointments via text messaging.
VA Begin Processing PACT Act Benefits Claims for Terminally Ill Veterans
This ensures terminally ill veterans will receive their earned benefits and healthcare as soon as possible.