News Veterans with PTSD could get service dogs from VA under new law President Biden signs into law American Legion-backed legislation that will allow some veterans with mental health conditions to receive service dogs. Aug 26, 2021 Aug 26, 2021
News American Legion-backed PAWS Act heads to president’s desk The Senate unanimously passed the bill that will partner veterans experiencing symptoms of PTSD with service dogs. Aug 12, 2021 Aug 12, 2021
News Senate committee votes to repeal Iraq War authorizations Lawmaker says keeping these war authorizations on the books could undermine the U.S. partnership with Iraq. Aug 05, 2021 Aug 05, 2021
News Congress passes emergency funding that includes money for the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa Program The funding comes as the first flight of Afghan interpreters landed in Virginia on Friday. It also covers pay for Guard and Capitol Police following Jan. 6 attack. Jul 30, 2021 Jul 30, 2021
News American Legion reaffirms support for immigrants seeking citizenship through service American Legion believes in honoring the promise made to immigrants: if you enlist and serve honorably, this nation will make you a citizen. Jun 29, 2021 Jun 29, 2021
News American Legion testifies before Senate committee on Buddy Check week, other vital health-care initiatives The Buddy Check legislation builds on The American Legion’s efforts to implement a national “Buddy Check Week.” Jun 24, 2021 Jun 24, 2021