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Terrence Hayes - Press Secretary Department of Veterans Affairs

Season 5 Episode 505 | 25m 58s

Dr. Chavis talks to Terrence L. Hayes, the Veteran Administration’s, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs about top priorities and new programs for veterans including mental health, homelessness and the most recently adopted PACT Act, a law expanding VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances.

Aired: 10/03/24 | Expires: 10/03/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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