Veterans
Veterans are one of the cornerstones of our nation. Our brave heroes answered the call to serve during the toughest times and fought for freedom and peace. As they transition back into civilian life, it is important to provide veterans with the care, services, and benefits that they earned.
Through tireless effort, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia has repeatedly voted in support of the veterans of the Texas 29th Congressional District and across our great country. The Congresswoman has also supported other legislation that protects and improve our veterans and their benefits:
Congresswoman Garcia proudly introduced legislation that improves veterans’ health care, such as the Veterans’ Cancer Care Coordinator Act of 2023. This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to improve the coordination of breast and gynecologic cancer care for women veterans.
She proudly voted in favor of the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022, in honor of late Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson. This bill established service-connected disabilities and expanded healthcare coverage for veterans who were exposed to burn pits and toxic substances during their military service. This bill has so far expanded health care benefits for over 1 million veterans across the nation.
The Congresswoman cosponsored initiatives that increased veterans’ awareness of their VA benefits. She is a proud cosponsor of the VA Home Loan Awareness Act of 2023. This bill would require lenders to add a disclaimer in the Uniform Residential Loan Application, a form that must be filled during the mortgage application process. The disclaimer would inform a veteran of their potential qualification for VA Home Loan, encouraging them to consult the lender regarding their eligibility.
She has cosponsored the TAP Promotion Act. This bill would authorize Veteran Service Organization representatives to provide presentations highlighting the benefits that retiring service members are entitled to receive. These presentations would be provided under the Department of Defense’s Transition Assistance Program (TAP).
The Congresswoman voted in favor of the Korean American VALOR Act. This bill would provide VA benefits eligibility to certain veterans of the armed forces of South Korea that served in the Vietnam War alongside American service members. The bill became law in November 2023.
She cosponsored the Veteran Service Recognition Act of 2023. This bill would direct the Department of Homeland Security to award permanent resident status to non-citizen veterans who desire the opportunity to apply for such status.
Congresswoman Garcia will continue working to support and honor the men and women that have fought for our freedoms. We must ensure that veterans and their families have access to healthcare, educational and professional opportunities, and other benefits they deserve.
For more information on the Congresswoman’s work to help veterans or if you need assistance with VA benefits, please contact our office.