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March 1, 2024
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Tester Questions Montana Witnesses on Work to Honor Veterans at VA Cemeteries Hearing
Montana Veterans Affairs Division Administrator assures Chairman that Special Forces medallions will be reinstated at the Fort Harrison State Veterans Cemetery following removal
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February 27, 2024
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Tester Joins The American Legion to Talk Priorities as Chairman
Chairman addressed hundreds of Legion members from Montana and across the country at annual national legislative conference
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February 26, 2024
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Millions of Toxic-Exposed Veterans Eligible for Expanded VA Health Care, Thanks to Tester’s PACT Act
Following Tester’s efforts, VA announced today it will expand health care eligibility to any veteran exposed to toxins and other hazards serving in the military
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February 23, 2024
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Tester Celebrates Grand Opening of New Clinic for VA Medical Disability Exams in Missoula
Senator secured new facility to ensure Missoula veterans have timelier access to VA benefits and health care
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February 22, 2024
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Tester Demands USPS Postmaster Take Swift Action to Protect Veterans’ Access to Critical Medications
Chairman presses USPS to ensure Montana veterans receive accurate and timely prescription medications following reports of processing errors
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February 15, 2024
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Tester, Colleagues Demand VA Improves Care for Victims of Sexual Assault
Senators called on VA to take immediate action to improve its readiness to treat veterans seeking care after experiencing a sexual assault
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February 13, 2024
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Tester Announces Applications Open for Veteran Suicide Prevention Grant
First-of-its-kind program created by Chairman’s historic Hannon Act provides VA funding for community suicide prevention programs
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February 12, 2024
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VA Moves to Expand Agent Orange Veterans Benefits Using Authorities from Tester’s PACT Act
VA proposes rule to extend presumed areas of exposure to Agent Orange and make it easier for toxic-exposed veterans to receive earned benefits and health care
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February 2, 2024
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Tester Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve Maternal Health Care for Servicemembers, Military Spouses, and Veterans
Bill will identify and address challenges with military maternal health care
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February 2, 2024
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Tester, Brown Team Up to Help Veterans Keep their Homes
Senators introduce legislation to help veterans using the VA home loan exit forbearance and get their mortgage payments back on track