Veterans' Issues

 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system faces several ongoing challenges including a push to privatization that may hurt access to care for many veterans.

 Veterans face several challenges regarding accessing and benefiting from employment programs.

 Education benefits were designed to help veterans transition into civilian life, pursue higher education, and advance their careers, however, they face several challenges when that highlight the need for improved systems. 

 There are several ongoing discussions and plans regarding changes to disability benefits for veterans that could lead to cuts in VA benefits, including healthcare and disability compensation.