House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Washington D.C. — Yesterday, during a joint House and Senate hearing on the legislative recommendations of the American Legion, Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Ranking Member Steve Buyer (R-Ind.) commended the 2.7 million member veterans’ organization for its steadfast support for the military and its mission in the war on terrorism.

Washington, D.C. — The Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity heard testimony yesterday on where in the process VA is with the implementation of the post 9/11 GI Bill, H.R. 5684, which amends the Montgomery GI Bill educational assistance program for veterans.

Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, the House of Representatives unanimously approved two bipartisan measures to improve benefits and services for veterans. The following bills now await action by the U.S. Senate:

Washington, D.C. — Today, Committee Ranking Republican Member Steve Buyer (R-Ind.) received an updated situational report from Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Peake on the Department’s preparation for Hurricane Gustav and Tropical Storm Hanna.

Washington, D.C. — In a late evening session on Thursday, the House of Representatives approved four veterans’ bills by voice vote. The following bills now await action by the Senate:

Washington, D.C. —U.S. Rep. Steve Buyer (R-Ind.) today commended House approval of record level funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), but expressed disappointment that his amendment to establish new solar electric technologies at VA medical facilities was not permitted.