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VA halts controversial disability-rule after veteran outrage
politics14 days ago

VA halts controversial disability-rule after veteran outrage

The Department of Veterans Affairs will not enforce a newly published interim rule that would base disability ratings on functional status while on medications, halting enforcement after widespread backlash; the rule—aimed at adjusting benefits and published in the Federal Register—drew fierce criticism from the VFW and lawmakers who warned it could penalize veterans who follow doctors’ orders, including concerns about psychiatric medications, and a lawsuit has been filed to block it.

via CNN|
#disability-benefits#lawsuits#policy-change
VA-based DOGE associate dismissed after revealing work details
government9 months ago

VA-based DOGE associate dismissed after revealing work details

Sahil Lavingia, a former associate of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and CEO of Gumroad, was dismissed after discussing his work at the VA and DOGE in a blog post and an interview. He highlighted limited progress in improving VA services and criticized DOGE's culture and effectiveness, noting that his efforts to implement AI and streamline processes were limited and that DOGE lacked real authority. His departure underscores ongoing challenges in government tech modernization efforts.

via Nextgov|
#ai#doge#government
House Passes Comprehensive Veterans Reform Bill with Bipartisan Support
politics1 year ago

House Passes Comprehensive Veterans Reform Bill with Bipartisan Support

The House has passed the Sen. Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs' healthcare delivery. Key provisions include expanded pay flexibility for VA healthcare workers, strategic staffing models, and a focus on value-based care. The bill also reauthorizes the VET-TEC program and enhances services for aging and disabled veterans. However, it omits the RESET Act, which sought to address issues with the VA's troubled Oracle-Cerner EHR system rollout.

via Federal News Network|
#ehr-system#healthcare-reform#legislation
Doug Collins Tapped by Trump to Lead Veterans Affairs
politics1 year ago

Doug Collins Tapped by Trump to Lead Veterans Affairs

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former U.S. Representative Doug Collins to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, a close ally of Trump and a former Air Force chaplain, is known for his staunch defense of Trump during impeachment hearings and his conservative record in Congress. If confirmed, Collins will oversee an agency responsible for the care of 8.3 million veterans. His nomination is seen as noncontroversial, with supporters highlighting his military background and commitment to veterans' issues.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#cabinet-nomination#doug-collins#georgia-politics
Trump Selects Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary
politics1 year ago

Trump Selects Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former congressman Doug Collins to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, a veteran and Air Force Reserve chaplain, previously served as the top Republican on the House Judiciary Committee, where he defended Trump during his first impeachment. As VA secretary, Collins will oversee a major agency responsible for the welfare of over 16 million veterans. His nomination is seen as a reward for his loyalty to Trump and aligns with Trump's recent appointments of other staunch Republican allies.

via CNN|
#doug-collins#house-republicans#impeachment
Trump Nominates Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary
politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Doug Collins, a former GOP House member and staunch Trump supporter, to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, who served as an Air Force Reserve chaplain and in Congress, has pledged to reduce regulations and combat corruption within the VA. If confirmed, he will face challenges such as financial issues from expanded veteran benefits and an over-budget electronic health records overhaul. Collins' nomination reflects Trump's tendency to reward loyalists, as Collins previously defended Trump during his first impeachment.

via POLITICO|
#doug-collins#impeachment#politics
Trump Nominates Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary
politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Doug Collins as Veterans Affairs Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Georgia Congressman Doug Collins to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, a veteran and current Air Force Reserve chaplain, was a key defender of Trump during his first impeachment proceedings. This appointment is part of Trump's strategy to elevate Republicans who supported him during the impeachment to prominent roles in his administration.

via NPR|
#administration#doug-collins#impeachment
House GOP Passes VA Bill Amid Biden's Veto Threat Over Abortion Policies
politics1 year ago

House GOP Passes VA Bill Amid Biden's Veto Threat Over Abortion Policies

House Republicans passed a veterans' funding bill that includes new abortion restrictions, prohibiting the Department of Veterans Affairs from offering abortion counseling and procedures in certain cases. This move overturns a Biden administration rule and sets up a partisan clash with Democrats in the Senate and the White House, who have threatened to veto the bill. The provision is part of broader conservative policy measures in the bill, which has drawn criticism from Democrats for including contentious issues like reproductive rights.

via NBC News|
#abortion#government-funding#house-republicans
House Republicans Approve Funding Bill Amid Veto Threat
politics1 year ago

House Republicans Approve Funding Bill Amid Veto Threat

House Republicans passed their first funding bill for fiscal 2025, focusing on the Veterans Affairs Department and military construction, but including partisan riders on issues like abortion that Democrats oppose. The bill, which faces a veto threat from the White House, is unlikely to advance and a stopgap funding measure is expected. The plan allocates $379 billion for VA and military construction, but Democrats criticize provisions restricting abortion access and other initiatives.

via The Hill|
#abortion#fiscal-2025#house-republicans
VA Secretary Faces Resignation Calls Amid Executive Bonus Scandal
politics1 year ago

VA Secretary Faces Resignation Calls Amid Executive Bonus Scandal

Rep. Derrick Van Orden has called for Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough to resign over a scandal involving $10.8 million in erroneous bonuses paid to senior VA executives. The bonuses were authorized under the PACT Act, intended to retain employees in critical shortage roles. An investigation revealed that McDonough was not fully informed about these payments. Despite recouping most of the funds, McDonough faces increasing pressure from lawmakers for accountability and systemic changes within the VA.

via Military.com|
#denis-mcdonough#derrick-van-orden#executive-bonuses
Long-Term Health Risks Persist 3 Years After COVID Infection, Study Finds
health1 year ago

Long-Term Health Risks Persist 3 Years After COVID Infection, Study Finds

A study published in Nature Medicine reveals that COVID-19 survivors, especially those hospitalized, face persistent health risks and symptoms even three years post-infection. Researchers from the VA St. Louis Health Care System and Scripps Research found that hospitalized patients had a 29% higher risk of death and significant long COVID symptoms across various organ systems. Non-hospitalized patients also reported new health issues, though their risk of death normalized after the first year. The study underscores the long-term impact of COVID-19, challenging the perception of it as a short-term illness.

via cidrap.umn.edu|
#covid-19#health#health-risks