Latest "coronavirus veterans benefits" stories

Veterans disability exams to resume at some sites as backlog hits 114,000, nearly doubling in six months

Currently 114,000 veterans are waiting for compensation and pension exams to finalize their disability claims.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Student veterans worry about GI Bill benefits when returning to college classes this fall

VA officials say they're working with colleges and Congress to watch for potential problems when veterans return to classes next year.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Trump signs second bill protecting GI Bill benefits amid coronavirus outbreak

The measure rushed through Congress earlier this month and would protect income from work-study programs.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

IRS sets new May 5 deadline to get info from veterans who missed coronavirus checks

The new announcement concerns disabled veterans with dependents who have not filed tax returns in recent years.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Veterans missing coronavirus stimulus checks must register by Wednesday or miss out on cash this year

Checks of $500 per dependent could be delayed until 2021 if veterans miss the April 22 deadline.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Lawmakers pass second emergency package to protect student veterans from coronavirus losses

Money lost from work study program closures would be protected under the new measure.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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