American Legion, VBA teaming up for tele-townhall Aug. 12

American Legion, VBA teaming up for tele-townhall Aug. 12

The American Legion and the Veterans Benefits Administration are teaming up for a tele-townhall Aug. 12 that will allow Legionnaires to ask questions directly to the head of the VBA.

Dr. Paul R. Lawrence – the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Under Secretary for Benefits – will host the tele-townhall; American Legion Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Commission Chairman Ralph Bozella will serve as a special guest host.

The tele-townhall will take place from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 12. Legionnaires can participate by calling (833) 380-0417; press *3 to ask a question.

The call will be focused on how VBA is operating through the pandemic and provide program updates, including on Blue Water Navy veterans and the Veterans Benefits Banking Program.