This week, we are asking for everyone to contact Congress to request support for the Major Richard Star Act! This reform would ensure that combat-injured retirees can receive both their Department of Defense retirement pay and the disability compensation earned through their sacrifices. On July 22, a critical step was taken when Senators Richard Blumenthal, Mike Crapo, and Elizabeth Warren announced their intent to file the text of the bill as an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. The American Legion and VFW supports this legislation, and we appreciate all the emails you have sent so far.
Go to the Action Center to quickly email a letter of support to your members of Congress.