Legislative

Rep. Tammy Duckworth introduces veteran support bill with Legion assistance.

The 10 pieces of legislation seek to help VA reach its goal of eliminating the backlog by 2015.

In the past two years, the Atlanta VA Medical Center has lost three mental-health patients to suicide.

Legionnaires have a voice in the nation's capital. On behalf of the organization's membership, The American Legion's Legislative staff monitors the progress of legislation passing through the House and Senate, and attends various congressional committee hearings, providing testimony at many.

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2013 Legislative Priorities

The top issues The American Legion will be fighting for in the first session of the 113th Congress.

Our Pillars, Your Platform

The Legion’s views on the key issues of the Election 2012 campaign.

Legislative Action Center

Help The American Legion by taking action on current issues and legislation.