The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced it has terminated a Biden-Administration mandate to spend $77 million on electric vehicle charging stations at VA facilities. The money will instead be redirected to critical health care construction projects.
Veteran suicide is preventable, and VA is increasing outreach to those who need our help. We want Veterans to hear our message loud and clear: you’re not alone.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, visit Veterans Crisis Line. Call 988 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 for 24/7, confidential crisis support.
Putting Veterans First
At a cabinet meeting this week, Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins discussed VA improvements over the last year and what it means to put Veterans first.
For non-urgent questions, you can reach VA using the VA Health & Benefits App or MyHealtheVet secure messaging to schedule an appointment, refill prescriptions, and access your medical records.
Upcoming VA Events
VA hosts free events around the country for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the weekly outreach events calendar to find an event near you.