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

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Fixing disability and retirement pay is Congress’ next big vets issue
By Leo Shane III
Jan 20, 11:52 AM
A disabled veteran with prosthetic legs looks on during the an competition at the Valor Games Far West in June 2013 in Foster City, Calif. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Last year, Congress passed a massive benefits expansion for veterans who suffered toxic exposure injuries while in the service. This year, the biggest legislative push on veterans issues could be making sure those veterans and others hurt on duty get all the money they’re owed.

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