| Aug. 10, 2023
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Remarks by President Biden on the One-Year Anniversary of the PACT Act
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Aug. 7, 2023
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VA Secretary Denis McDonough discusses compensation for veterans affected by burn pits
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Denis McDonough
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| June 9, 2023
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Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the Signing of the Executive Order on Advancing Economic Security for Military and Veteran Spouses
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| May 29, 2023
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Remarks by President Biden at the 155th National Memorial Day Observance
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Nov. 22, 2022
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Tweet - "The PACT Act -- the most significant expansion of benefits and services for toxic-exposed veterans in decades -- authorized 31 new clinical sites and provides @DeptVetAffairs tools and resources to ensure we can care for our service members when they come home."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Aug. 10, 2022
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Tweet - "Today, we're one step closer to fulfilling our sacred obligation with the PACT Act, the most significant law our nation has passed to help millions of veterans who are exposed to toxic substances during their military services."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Aug. 2, 2022
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Tweet - "Too many of our veterans and their families have long waited for this day. With today's passage of the PACT Act, our veterans will finally see an expansion of their health benefits and proper care for burn pit exposure. They deserve it."
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Kamala Harris
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| Aug. 2, 2022
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Statement by President Joe Biden on Senate Passage of the Bipartisan PACT Act
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Aug. 2, 2022
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Tweet - "The bipartisan PACT Act is the biggest expansion of benefits for service-connected health issues in 30 years. Millions of veterans who may have been exposed to harmful toxins will have quicker access to health care services and benefits. I look forward to signing this bill."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| July 30, 2022
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Tweet - "I planned an unscheduled trip to Capitol Hill this afternoon to meet the families fighting to pass burn pits legislation. A positive COVID test got in the way, but I want to thank @SecVetAffairs for bringing pizza in my place and connecting me with the families via FaceTime."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| June 23, 2022
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Remarks by President Biden Welcoming the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| June 16, 2022
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Statement by President Joe Biden on Bipartisan Senate Passage of the PACT Act
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| June 9, 2022
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Tweet - "This week, I signed nine different bills with overwhelming bipartisan support to improve care for our veterans and honor their service and sacrifice. We must equip those that we send into harm's way and care for them and their families when they come home."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| June 7, 2022
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Remarks by President Biden at Signing of Nine Bipartisan Bills that Honor and Improve Care for Veterans
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 25, 2022
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Statement by President Joe Biden on Keeping our Promise to Veterans Suffering from Toxic Environmental Exposures
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 23, 2022
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Tweet - "The unemployment rate for veterans is 2.4%--tied for the lowest rate on record. There is still more work to do, but this historic progress is the result of rebuilding America's economy from the bottom up and the middle out."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 21, 2022
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Statement by President Biden on Veterans Unemployment Matching Historic Low
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 8, 2022
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A Proclamation on National Former Prisoner Of War Recognition Day, 2022
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 8, 2022
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Remarks by President Biden on Supporting Veterans as Part of the Unity Agenda
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 7, 2022
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Tweet - "During my State of the Union last week, I announced a new unity agenda. Four big things that all of us -- Democrats, Republicans, and Independents -- can rally around: - Beating the opioid crisis - Better mental health care - Ending cancer as we know it - Supporting our veterans"
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Tweet - "Last week, I awarded the Medal of Honor to three outstanding soldiers. Their actions embody the highest ideals of selfless service."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Nov. 30, 2021
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Remarks by President Biden at Signing of Veterans Bills
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Nov. 11, 2021
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Remarks by President Biden at the National Veterans Day Observance
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Sept. 26, 2021
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Tweet - "The families of our fallen men and women in uniform understand the true and painful price of freedom -- coping with loss and unspeakable grief. Today, on Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, we recognize their enduring pain and honor their resilience."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Sept. 9, 2021
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A Proclamation on World Suicide Prevention Day, 2021
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Aug. 11, 2021
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Readout of President Biden's Meeting with Business, University and Health Care Leaders on COVID-⁠19 Vaccination Requirements
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| July 15, 2021
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A Proclamation on National Atomic Veterans Day, 2021
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| July 4, 2021
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Tweet - "This Independence Day, we honor the servicemembers who protect our nation. And we say thank you to the frontline workers--and all Americans--who are doing the work to end this pandemic."
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Kamala Harris
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| June 12, 2021
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Tweet - "Throughout our nation's history, women have stepped up to serve. Today, we honor all those women veterans who have sacrificed for our democracy. #WomenVeteransDay"
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Kamala Harris
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| May 27, 2021
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Congressman Tim Ryan Helps Secure Expanded VA Benefits for Veteran Disability Claims for Conditions Related to Agent Orange Exposure
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Denis McDonough, ...
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| April 28, 2021
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Remarks by President Biden in Address to a Joint Session of Congress
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 14, 2021
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Remarks by President Biden After Wreath Laying at Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| April 9, 2021
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A Proclamation on National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2021
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 31, 2021
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A Proclamation on Month of the Military Child, 2021
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 29, 2021
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Tweet - "Our veterans sacrifice to protect our country. Today, on #NationalVietnamWarVeteransDay, I called U.S. Army First Sergeant (Retired) Gumersindo Gomez, to thank him for his service in Vietnam, his 20 years of service in uniform, and the work he continues to do for veterans."
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Kamala Harris
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| March 29, 2021
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Tweet - "We have a sacred obligation to care for our nation's veterans and their families. The American Rescue Plan will help deliver on that obligation by ensuring access to VA health care and providing immediate economic relief."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 29, 2021
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Tweet - "This Vietnam War Veterans Day, and every day, we remember the brave members of our armed forces who sacrificed so much in service of our nation. We owe them and their families more than we could ever repay."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| March 24, 2021
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Tweet - "This morning, I signed the SAVE LIVES Act into law -- expanding the VA's authority and allowing them to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to all veterans, their spouses, and caregivers."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Tweet - "The most sacred obligation our government has is to properly prepare and equip our troops when we send them into war -- and to care for them when they return home. I know @DenisMcDonough will work to fulfill that obligation every single day as our Secretary of Veterans Affairs."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Tweet - "Congratulations to @DenisMcDonough , our new Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Secretary McDonough is a committed public servant, who will fight to give our veterans and their families the care, resources, and opportunities they deserve."
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Kamala Harris
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| Dec. 23, 2020
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Haaland Slams Trump's Veto that Takes Away Support for the Troops
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Deb Haaland
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| Dec. 21, 2020
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Haaland Bill To Improve Native Veterans' Health Care Benefits Awaits President's Signature
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Deb Haaland
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| Dec. 15, 2020
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Tweet - ""I've given Denis a clear mission: fight like hell for our veterans and their families." -- President-elect Biden on Denis McDonough, Nominee for Secretary of Veterans Affairs"
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Dec. 14, 2020
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Democratic Women's Caucus Leadership Calls on VA Secretary Wilkie to Resign
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Deb Haaland
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| Nov. 23, 2020
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Letter to National Archives and Records Administration Director Scott Levins - Palazzo Cosigns Letter Expressing Concerns Over Backlog of Veterans Records Requests
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Marcia Fudge, ...
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Tweet - "Together, as a nation, we pause to honor the service, the valor, and the commitment of all those who have worn the uniform of the Armed Forces of the United States. Those who have fought and sacrificed for our country are heroes who have earned our thanks and respect."
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Kamala Harris, ...
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Tweet - "Today, we honor the service of those who have worn the uniform of the Armed Forces of the United States. To our proud veterans--I will be a commander in chief who respects your sacrifice, understands your service, and will never betray the values you fought so bravely to defend."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Statement from President-elect Biden on Veterans Day
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Pres. Joe Biden
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Tweet - "It is our sacred obligation to care for our nation's veterans and do right by them and their families. @JoeBiden and I are committed to ensuring they get the care they need when they return home. On Veterans Day and every day, thank you to all who have defended our nation."
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Kamala Harris
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Tweet - "This Veterans Day, I feel the full weight of the honor and the responsibility that has been entrusted to me by the American people as the next president, and I vow to honor our country's sacred obligation."
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Pres. Joe Biden
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