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Veterans Benefits: An Overview (CRS Report for Congress)

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Release Date June 25, 2008
Report Number RS22902
Report Type Report
Authors Carol D. Davis, Knowledge Services Group; Sidath Viranga Panangala and Christine Scott, Domestic Social Policy Division
Source Agency Congressional Research Service
Summary:

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a wide range of benefits and services to eligible veterans, members of their families, and survivors of deceased veterans. VA programs include disability compensation and pensions, readjustment benefits, and health care programs. The VA also provides life insurance, burial benefits, housing and other loan guaranty programs, and special counseling and outreach programs. While eligibility for specific benefits varies, veterans generally must meet requirements related to discharge type and length of active duty military service. This report provides an overview of major VA benefits and the VA budget.