Veterans
As an Iraq War combat Veteran who went on to serve at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and who still receives her medical care there, Senator Duckworth understands the unique needs our Veterans face. She believes in the VA’s integrated system of care and remains committed to improving it for Veterans in Illinois and across the country. She also knows our country has an obligation to support our Veterans by making sure they have timely access to the health, retirement, disability and educational benefits they earned through their service and sacrifice.
After serving 23 years in the Reserve Forces, Senator Duckworth remains committed to the brave men and women who serve our nation from the moment they put on the uniform to long after they transition into civilian life. As our military and Veteran population grows and changes, she is committed to updating and refining policies to meet the needs of current and future Veterans and their families.
Latest
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September 27, 2023
Duckworth Urges Veterans to Apply for New PACT Act Benefits Before VA Open Enrollment Deadline
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September 20, 2023
Duckworth Awarded For Commitment to Advocating For Military Families
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September 15, 2023
Duckworth, Murray, Larsen, Jacobs Reintroduce Legislation to Expand Fertility Treatments, Help Veterans Start Families
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September 09, 2023
Duckworth Discusses Her Life as a Helicopter Pilot and Senator with Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy
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April 20, 2023
Duckworth Hosts First Veteran-Owned Small Business Surplus Summit
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April 19, 2023
Duckworth, Durbin Join Leader Schumer, Colleagues in Opposing Republican Attempt to Take Away Reproductive Freedom From Our Veterans
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April 19, 2023
Duckworth Discusses TRANSCOM Priorities, Scott Air Force Base with General Van Ovost