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Fay Observer: Ellmers Files Veteran-Friendly Bill
U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers proposes the Injured and Amputee Veterans Bill of Rights. The bill would require the Veterans Administration to "post a written list of ïrights' that apply to every veteran in need of prosthetic limb and orthotic (O&P;) care," Ellmers said in a news release. "While veterans currently have these rights, many veterans and even VA employees are unaware of the healthcare options offered to them - leaving the system with wide variations and inconsistencies across the country."
Sen. Hagan, Rep. Ellmers file veteran-friendly bills Two lawmakers who represent Fort Bragg (and who face determined challengers in next year’s elections) have filed bills to help veterans. U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan wants to expand and make permanent the Hire a Hero Act, a program that gives businesses tax credits for hiring veterans. The benefit, called the Work Opportunity Tax Credit for Returning Heroes and Wounded Warriors, expires at the end of the year, she said in a conference call with reporters on Tuesday, Oct. 29. Businesses can a tax credit of up to $5,600 for hiring a long-term unemployed veteran and $9,600 for hiring a long-term unemployed veteran with a service-connected disability. In addition to making the credit permanent, Hagan wants to make it available to businesses that hire military reservists and members of the National Guard. U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers proposes the Injured and Amputee Veterans Bill of Rights. The bill would require the Veterans Administration to “post a written list of ‘rights’ that apply to every veteran in need of prosthetic limb and orthotic (O&P) care,” Ellmers said in a news release. “While veterans currently have these rights, many veterans and even VA employees are unaware of the healthcare options offered to them - leaving the system with wide variations and inconsistencies across the country.”
This knowledge should help veterans “advocate for themselves in order to obtain the most appropriate care that meets their individual needs,” she said. The legislation also requires VA to resolve all disputes filed against a VA clinic or healthcare provider. |