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California Legionnaire: August 2026 Edition
The August edition of the California Legionnaire is now available!
Postcard Scam Uses Fake Benefits Program to Target Veterans
Veterans are being warned about a mail scam that uses official-looking postcards to promise additional VA benefits and monthly payments. The Federal Trade Commission issued a new warning Aug. 24 about postcards promoting a so-called “Veterans Savings Program.” The...
Subject Matter Expert Training at the 107th National Convention
During the 107th National Convention, many Subject Matter Expert Training sessions will take place! This includes a training from Department of California member and Newport Harbor Post 291 Service Officer Cory Vigil, discussing Veteran Reintegration. The training...
VA Changes Claims Process for Veterans Affected by 1973 Records Fire
The VA has changed how it handles benefit claims involving military records lost or damaged in the 1973 fire at the National Personnel Records Center. More than 50 years later, the fire can still complicate claims for some Veterans. The fire broke out near St. Louis...
LACC VSO Team Activity
NSO Clinic The Los Angeles County Council (LACC) Veteran Service Officers (VSO) Team has been asked to support the National Service Officer (NSO) Clinic at the American Legion National Convention. The team will assist veterans with benefit eligibility and claims....
California Returns to the American Legion World Series
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California American Legion’s New Assistance Program for STEM Teachers Announced at the Annual “Rocket Fever” Event held at the Columbia Memorial Space Museum
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Honoring the Skies: National Aviation Day
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Some Veterans Wait 56 Days for Mental Health Care Outside the VA
Many Veterans referred outside the VA for mental health treatment are receiving appointments within the 30-day timeframe, but a watchdog report found that scheduling delays continue to create longer waits for some patients. The VA Office of Inspector General reviewed...