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Bill Aims to Improve Delivery of Vet Benefits

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Washington, May 25, 2017 | By The Oakdale Leader | comments

U.S. Representative Jeff Denham’s (R-Turlock) bill, the Quicker Veterans Benefits Delivery Act of 2017, H.R. 1725, on Tuesday passed in the House of Representatives and now advances to the Senate for further consideration. Rep. Denham introduced H.R. 1725 with Rep. Tim Walz (D-MN) and U.S. Senator Al Franken (D-MN) earlier this year.

“This bill is a great first step in delivering on our promise to safeguard our veterans after they laid their lives on the line to safeguard us,” said Rep. Denham. “We must continue to hold the VA accountable and seek solutions that improve access, quality and experience for the brave men and women who put on the uniform and answered the call of duty.”

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