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Fixing disability and retirement pay is Congress’ next big vets issue

Advocates are hopeful they can finally fix the so-called "concurrent receipt" issue this session, following legislative successes last year.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Disabled veterans advocate Richard Star has died, but his fight for concurrent receipt presses on

Retired Army Maj. Richard Star is remembered for his advocacy on behalf of medically separated veterans.

By Harm Venhuizen

4 years ago

Proposed law would eliminate benefits deduction for military retirees with combat-related injuries or illnesses

The Major Richard Star Act aims to eliminate a benefits "offset" which deducts military retiree pay by the amount of VA disability compensation.

By Dylan Gresik

5 years ago

Concurrent receipt: A call for fair and equitable treatment of military retirees with disabilities

Concurrent receipt should apply fairly and equally to all VA ratings, not just 50 percent or more, says the author of this commentary.

By Steven Fagan

5 years ago

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