Lawmakers plan major reform to VA's handling of toxic exposure - U.S.
By NIKKI WENTLING | STARS AND STRIPES Published: April 29, 2021 WASHINGTON — A contingent of Democrats and Republicans is working to reform how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles claims of military toxic exposure, taking advantage of what the lawmakers call a historic opportunity to make comprehensive change. During this congressional session, lawmakers have introduced two dozen bills to help veterans suffering from illnesses believed to be caused by toxic exposure during overseas deployments. These veterans face difficulty securing benefits through the VA, often having to ...