military benefits

A VA-sponsored committee looked into the needs of female veterans. The fact-finding committee's report also focused on outreach to connect women to a wide range of benefits.

The VA will begin processing PACT Act claims Jan. 1. The agency also announced a new toxic screening process to check for signs of illness and inform vets of benefits.

More than 3 million service members were exposed to toxic smoke from burn pits. Some are now sick, and they're fighting for VA health and disability benefits.