Veterans

If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, Congressman Smith's office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need.  Please visit the "Help with a Federal Agency" page for more information on how we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How can I contact the Department of Veterans Affairs?
• How can I get education benefits under the Montgomery GI Bill?
• How can I get medical benefits?
• How can I get information on suicide prevention?
• How can I get a home loan?
• How can I get life insurance?
• How can I get vocational rehabilitation and employment benefits?
• How can I get survivor benefits?
• What drug benefits are available?
• How can I get a copy of my military records?
• How can I apply for a medal, award, or decoration that I earned while in the service?
• What other services are available to me?

Veterans History Project

The Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress American Folklife Center was created to collect, preserve, and make accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so everyone - from families members to students to history buffs - may directly hear from veterans and better understand the realities of war.  For more information, click here.