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The Mission Act: A New Way to Access Healthcare for Veterans

Kathy Swendiman
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On June 6, the Veterans Administration Mission Act went into effect, designed to greatly improve veteran access to VA healthcare. On this episode of Veteran's Affairs, KSJD's Tom Yoder talks with local vet Bert Valencia and Montezuma County Veterans Service Officer Rick Torres about what the Mission Act means for vets in the Four Corners area.

More information on Mission Act eligibility and other criteria for veterans can be found at this link (via PDF download): VA Mission Act Eligibility

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