Press Releases

October 2022
Chairman Takano Leads Public Comment Letter on VA’s IFR
Chairman Takano Praises VA’s Decision to Close Gap in Benefits for LGBTQ+ Veterans and Survivors
Chairman Takano’s Statement on VA’s Decision to Delay EHR Rollout Until 2023
September 2022
Chairman Takano: “One of the most important things we can do when talking about suicide prevention is to offer hope.”
House Passes Eight Bills to Support Veterans and their Families
House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Votes to Send 13 Bills to House Floor
Chairman Takano: “I refuse to allow poor planning and inconsistent acquisition management to result in delays in providing benefits and care for veterans who are in need.”
House Passes Two Bills Honoring Veterans
Chairman Takano’s Statement on the Department of Veterans Affairs’ 2022 Annual Suicide Report
Chairman Takano: “Today’s hearing also offers us an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of 'freedom.'”
Chairman Takano Applauds House Passage of Five Veterans Bills
Chairman Takano’s Statement on VA’s Regulation to Allow Abortion Counseling and Abortions in Certain Cases
August 2022
Committee Unveils Veterans Reproductive Healthcare Survey
Committee Launches New Effort Focused on Reproductive Healthcare Access for America's Veterans
Ahead of new school year, House passes Chairman Takano’s bill to expand educational opportunities for veterans
Chairman Takano’s Honoring our PACT Act signed into law
Chairman Takano's Statement on Senate Passage of his Honoring our PACT Act
July 2022
Chairman Takano: “The time for action on these foundational issues is way past due.”
Chairman Takano: "For years, toxic-exposed veterans have held up their end of the deal. I guess for some Senate Republicans that’s just not enough."
Chairman Takano: “I will not sit idly by and allow this program to endanger veterans.”
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