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Veterans Benefits Newsletter
April 2024
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Atlanta Regional Office Has a New Name
The Atlanta Regional Benefits Office was officially renamed after Senator Johnny Isakson during a ceremony held March 25.
The official designation follows the Senator Johnny Isakson VA Regional Office Act of 2022, which was signed Dec. 9, 2022, in recognition of the late senator’s leadership and contributions as a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. These contributions prompted major reforms to improve the benefits and quality of care for veterans.
The Isakson VA Atlanta Regional Office currently oversees the care and benefits of over 689,000 Veterans and service members, along with their families and survivors.
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VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities Update
New or adjusted evaluations for several digestive conditions will begin May 19, 2024. Full details on the changes and the link to apply are available in our blog.
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Record-Breaking Processed Claims
VA announced that it has processed its one millionth Veteran benefits claim in fiscal year 2024. VA reached this milestone March 4 — the earliest in VA history and nearly six weeks faster than the previous all-time record (2023). VA has completed almost 35% more claims than at this point last year.
Read the full press release.
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Adapt Your Car With VA
Do you have a disability related to your military service that prevents you from driving? You may be eligible for a one-time payment or grant to help with buying a specially equipped vehicle or adaptive equipment.
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VET TEC Pilot Program Concluding
Our Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC), five-year pilot program, is coming to an end this April. Find out now what this means for Veterans and eligible service members.
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Tax Season Reminders for Veterans
Some helpful reminders for Veterans and beneficiaries:
- VA benefits are tax free.
- There is no federal income tax on VA insurance proceeds.
- Veterans with a service-connected disability rating may benefit from local property tax exemptions.
Check if you qualify for free assistance filing your taxes with MilTax or IRS Free File. For more info and tax guidance visit: Information for Veterans | Internal Revenue Service.
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
Since 1946, Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) has been on a mission to change lives and build brighter futures for our seriously injured heroes. PVA membership opens up a world of programs and services designed to help you live your best life: assistance with your earned VA benefits; help with employment and higher education; sports and recreation opportunities; and a window into PVA's important research and advocacy efforts. Learn more about PVA's support services.
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