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http://woundedwarriorproject.org 07-12-2018 23:09:32
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Great news! Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 530 - ACES Act. Thank you, Rep. August Pfluger, for your leadership on this crucial legislation aimed at studying the alarming cancer rates among aircrew members.



It's not ALL policy and regulations here at the @WWP DC office — sometimes, there are puppies. Huge thanks to Warrior Canine Connection for bringing in these adorable pups and for all the work you do to help recovering Warriors reconnect with life, their families, their communities, and



Today at 10:30 a.m. EST, join in and watch the Major Richard Star Act press conference via Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Dems. #MajorRichardStarAct x.com/SVACDems

Many thanks to Richard Blumenthal and Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. for attending today's press conference. We appreciate your leadership and support of this important legislation. #MajorRichardStarAct

Yesterday, Mike Owens, @WWP Director of Adaptive Sports, testified before the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity about the importance of adaptive sports programs and how physical activity improves both the length and quality of life for veterans. Thank you,


Great article from Mike Glenn and The Washington Times covering yesterday’s Major Richard Star Act press conference. The #MajorRichardStarAct will positively impact the lives of about 54,000 veterans forced to medically retire due to combat or combat-related injuries. We urge Congress

Last week, @WWP hosted Congressional district office meetings in North Carolina with staff from the following offices: Virginia Foxx Congressman Addison McDowell Rep. Mark Harris Congressman Pat Harrigan Rep. Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. Congressman Tim Moore Senator Ted Budd Teammate Benjamin Watkins shared how WWP supports post-9/11




The Senate has unanimously passed the ACES Act! Many thanks to Rep. August Pfluger for your leadership on this important issue. Passage of this legislation is a critical step toward safeguarding the long-term health and well-being of military aviators and support personnel.

Thanks to Senator Mark Kelly and Tom Cotton for your efforts in the Senate to pass the ACES Act. Your leadership on this legislation means military aviators and support personnel will not go unseen or unexamined. kelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press…

VA has increased its budget for 2025 to more than $400 billion to cover the costs of mandated veterans' benefits. These necessary funds will support the VA's budget through September 30. Thanks to Stars and Stripes and Linda Hersey for covering this important update:

Access to coordinated, effectively managed care is crucial for veterans with mental health care needs. Great article from Military Times and Patricia Kime highlighting the opportunities to close gaps and deliver quality mental health care to veterans. military.com/daily-news/202…

Thank you to the Louisiana House of Representatives for passing a resolution requesting the White House to ensure passage of the Major Richard Star Act in support of our veterans. Grateful for the leadership of Phillip DeVillier and hopeful for Governor Governor Jeff Landry’s support


