Blue Water Navy Claims Processing
On January 1, VA began deciding Agent Orange exposure claims for “Blue Water Navy” (BWN) veterans who served offshore of the Republic of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975.
Disability Review Policy Changes
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a notice of proposed rule making (NPRM) that would revise its regulations regarding when and how often it conducts continuing disability reviews (CDR).
DOT Lavatory Rules for Planes
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a new proposed rule for public comment to improve restroom access for passengers with disabilities on single-aisle aircraft. The proposed regulation calls for limited improvements to lavatory interiors,
Appeal Hearings
In the near future, veterans who are challenging decisions made by VA may be able to make their case via virtual hearings.
Disaster Recovery Act
Reforming Disaster Recovery Act Moves to Senate
Wheelchair Assistance Workshop
IATA Wheelchair Assistance Workshop
Social Security Numbers
Know Your Social Security Act Introduced
Technology Modernization Roundtable
Subcommittee on VA Technology Modernization Holds Roundtable
Caregiver Expansion
Update on Caregiver Expansion
2020 Defense Act Approved
Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Act Approved
