Supporting Alabama’s veterans—a commitment beyond words
Military veterans deserve more than simple words of gratitude—they deserve timely, effective care, especially when it comes to mental health.
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See recent postsAlabama veterans and seniors need a strong Medicare advantage
Seniors and veterans deserve to know that the care they rely on today will still be there tomorrow.
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It is a rational step forward—and one that could change lives for thousands of veterans who call this state home.
Gov. Ivey unveils members of State Board of Veterans Affairs
Ivey unveiled the newly restructured Alabama State Board of Veterans Affairs members.
June 2, 2025
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So many of us come home carrying invisible wounds — anxiety, chronic pain, and PTSD that do not just disappear when we hang up our uniforms.
Alabama passes 12-bill package to strengthen military support, jobs, bases
Alabama Legislature approved a sweeping package to bolster military support, secure jobs, and protect bases.
May 27, 2025
Tuberville introduces bill to expand VA coverage of vehicle disability modifications
The proposed legislation aims to provide disabled veterans with broader access to adaptive equipment for safer and more independent transportation.
Rep. Strong presents Purple Heart to Sergeant John W. McCulloch
While deployed to Northern Iraq, McCulloch was injured in an improvised explosive device detonation that resulted in long-term health issues.
April 18, 2025
Britt introduces bill to expand access to housing assistance for disabled veterans
The new legislation aims to increase access to housing support for disabled veterans in Alabama and across the country.
Gov. Ivey signs Senate Bill 40 promoting veteran mental health
SB40 will promote voluntary and temporary firearm storage to reduce suicide rates for residents.
April 8, 2025