It is an honor to serve as a representative in Washington for our veterans back home. America is a force for hope in the world because we are a compassionate people, and some of the most compassionate Americans are those who have stepped forward to protect us. We must keep faith with all who have risked life and limb so that we might live in freedom and peace.
I am happy to assist veterans with obtaining their military records and medals, with questions they have concerning eligibility for benefits provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), or who may be experiencing difficulties with the VA Health Care System or the VA claims and appeals process.
While it is important to know that I cannot act as the "veterans representative" for an individual's VA claim, such assistance can be obtained at no charge from accredited Veterans Service Organizations (VSO). Please see the VA's online Directory of Veterans Service Organizations for VSO contact information.
If you are unable to secure the help you need from the following resources, I am happy to try to help you. However, I will need your written permission to help with most veteran-related issues. A Privacy Act Release form will need to be completed and sent with a detailed explanation of your request for assistance to one of my district offices.
Websites
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
California Department of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Department of Labor - Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS)
National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel Records
Repository for millions of military personnel, health, and medical records of discharged and deceased veterans of all services during the 20th century
Feds Hire Vets
U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s government-wide veterans employment website
Veterans History Project
The Veterans History Project collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans for future generations
National Resource Directory
Connecting Wounded Warriors, Service Members, Veterans, Their Families and Caregivers with Those Who Support Them
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I contact the VA?
What type of benefits are available from the VA?
How do I apply for VA health care benefits?
Are Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF) veterans eligible for VA health care?
Who can provide me assistance with a VA claim?
How can I get a copy of my military records?
How can I get replacement medals?
Comprehensive Veterans Resource Guide
Comprehensive Veterans Resource Kit
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