Veterans Independent Budget seeks to address VA funding shortfalls

For nearly 40 years, DAV and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) have partnered to provide a clear assessment of the financial resources the Department of Veterans Affairs needs to serve those who served. The Veterans Independent Budget for fiscal year (FY) 2027 arrives at a critical juncture, as the VA faces rising demand for care and benefits following years of budgetary unpredictability.

Unlike proposals from Congress or the administration, these recommendations are based solely on the documented needs of veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors.

“The Veterans Independent Budget is our opportunity to put a human face on the issues that determine the future of veterans health care and benefits,” said DAV Washington Headquarters Executive Director Jim Marszalek. “We are dedicated to making tangible differences in the lives of America’s veterans and their families by ensuring the VA has the right resources to meet their evolving needs.”

The budget recommends $223.3 billion for FY 2027 to address the full range of services and benefits veterans have earned. This funding aims to address a backlog of health care needs that were delayed or unavailable in previous years.

While enrollment is rising, the number of unique veteran users and their reliance on the VA continues to grow even faster, driven by PACT Act expansions and an aging veteran population.

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Source: DAV News
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