VA Extends Financial, Benefits and Claims Relief to Veterans
On March 3, the VA announced a number of actions to provide Veterans with financial, benefits and claims help amid VA's COVID-19 response.
VA Update on Discontinuance of DBQ Usage
The VBA is providing information about the sunset of making Disability Benefits Questionnaires available to the public on our website.
VA Makes Changes to Vocational Rehab Program Due to COVID-19
The VA has announced changes to VR&E that make it easier for veterans to receive the training necessary for a post-service career.
Help Keep Military Communities Safe From COVID-19
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is taking precautions to protect the health and safety of our Nation’s heroes. But they need your help.
Veterans’ GI Bill Benefits to Continue During COVID-19 Pandemic
The law enables VA to continue providing the same level of education benefits to students having to take courses online due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
VA Home Loan Relief for Those Impacted by COVID-19
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making changes to its home loan process and asking lenders to offer relief to veterans who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
VA Introduces New Direct Deposit Options
The program will provide Veterans and their beneficiaries the chance to safely, reliably, and inexpensively receive and manage their VA monetary benefits through financial services at participating banks.
Can I serve in the military if I have a disability rating from the VA?
There are many myths about having a VA disability rating and serving in the military. The most common is that you can never serve in the military again. This is not completely true.
Survivor Benefit Plan – Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Offset Elimination
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 was signed into law on December 20, 2019. The law included the elimination of the Survivor Benefit Plan - Dependency and Indemnity Compensation offset or "Widows Tax".
Can I really be recalled to active duty at any time?
Once you join the military, Uncle Sam may keep you there longer than you have planned -- or that you can be recalled to active duty once you get out or retire.