“To our veterans and their families, let me reiterate that Maryland has a governor, and an entire administration, that continue to work and fight on your behalf each and every day.” Secretary George Owings III “On the heels of Memorial Day, and as we find ourselves in the heart of the veteran service organization convention […]
Cruisin’ Southern Maryland Presents Check to CHVH
On June 12, 2018, members of Cruisin’ Southern Maryland met at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home (CHVH) to present the proceeds raised during their annual car show, held Memorial Day weekend. Through the year-long effort of local car clubs and organizations, Cruisin’ Southern Maryland was able to donate an unprecedented $20,000 to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home! […]
DAV on HR 4843 Bill on Veterans Exposed to Herbicide
In January 2018, Representative Bruce Westerman (AR) introduced H.R. 4843, a bill that would concede herbicide exposure to all veterans who served at any military installation in Thailand during the Vietnam Era for purposes of determining their eligibility for VA benefits. This measure is a companion bill to S. 2105, introduced by Senators John Boozman […]
DAV Asks Support on HR 5191 on Alzheimer’s Disease
Representative Mike Coffman (CO) introduced H.R. 5191, a bill directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish at least three Alzheimer’s disease research, education, and clinical centers within the Department. Studies show veterans who experienced brain trauma in the course of their service are at higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms […]
Sen Steve Waugh: Are We Serving Those Who Served?
The Year Of The Veteran As the Vice Chairman of the Senate Veteran’s Caucus, I spearheaded the first ever Maryland Veterans Summit, where representatives from 50 Veterans organizations identified the top issues for the VETERANS AGENDA. When I gave this to all 188 legislators, it helped them introduce bills that would make a real difference […]
The VA Makes Strides in Veterans’ Homelessness
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) made impressive strides in reducing homelessness among veterans. Unfortunately, in some major cities with large homeless populations such as New York City and Los Angeles numbers of homeless veterans are rising again. VA has many programs to address homelessness, but most lack permanent authorization. S. 1072 is a comprehensive […]
DAV on The Veterans Residential Care Choice Act
Representative Rosa DeLauro (CT) introduced The Veterans Residential Care Choice Act (H.R. 5397) a bill that would allow the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to pay for eligible veterans to live at residential care facilities such as assisted living facilities licensed or certified by the State if the cost of care is lower than it […]
Hospice Offers Consultation with VA Representatives
Calvert Hospice is pleased to provide educational seminars to our community. Attendees will learn about topics that impact end-of-life care for patients and their families. Sessions are designed to encourage group discussion. Our next seminar is entitled “VA Benefits” and will be held on June 12, 2018 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Calvert Hospice will […]
Gov Hogan Honors WWII Veteran At Peace Cross
Vows to Keep Nearly 100-Year-Old Memorial Honoring Local Veterans Standing Governor Larry Hogan today was joined by Secretary of Veterans Affairs George Owings III to honor Second Lieutenant John Robert Pedevillano – a World War II veteran, Prisoner of War, and Purple Heart recipient – with an official governor’s citation recognizing his military service and […]
Fairness for Korean DMZ Veterans Act of 2017
Representative Thomas McArthur (NJ) and Senator Jerry Moran (KS) introduced H.R. 3605 and S. 2038, respectively, the Fairness for Korean DMZ Veterans Act of 2017. Currently, VA regulations provide that any veteran who, during active military, naval, or air service, served between April 1, 1968, and August 31, 1971, in a unit that, as determined […]
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