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Social Security beneficiaries across the United States will continue to see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) reflected in their July 2025 payments. This increase, first applied in January 2025, is designed to help seniors, disabled individuals, and survivors keep pace with rising living expenses at a time when inflation has slowed but daily costs remain … Read more
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is taking a decisive step toward transforming how veterans receive medical care. The agency has announced that it is accelerating the rollout of a new Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, an ambitious nationwide project that will fully replace outdated systems and standardize healthcare delivery for veterans across the … Read more
In July 2025, millions of U.S. veterans will see a 2.5% increase in their disability compensation payments, following the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). The measure, tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), ensures that benefits for veterans rise in step with inflation, protecting the real value of their compensation. Although … Read more
In the face of unrelenting inflation and skyrocketing living expenses, New York State has rolled out a new initiative under the School Tax Relief (STAR) program, offering up to \$1,500 in direct payments to qualifying families. The move, unveiled by Governor Kathy Hochul, is designed to cushion households from the rising costs of groceries, fuel, … Read more
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has officially confirmed a large-scale workforce reduction, with 30,000 positions set to be cut by the end of fiscal year 2025. The announcement follows several months of internal debate, during which initial proposals suggested trimming as many as 80,000 jobs. As of January 2025, the VA employed nearly 484,000 … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is preparing for one of the most significant digital transformations in its history. Beginning mid-July 2025, the agency’s “my Social Security” portal will shift to 24/7 availability, giving Americans the power to access their benefits, update personal information, and download official documents at any time of day or night. This … Read more
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has unveiled a significant update to its burial benefits program, extending support to more families of Veterans who pass away at home while receiving hospice care. Beginning July 1, 2025, and lasting until October 1, 2026, this change ensures that those choosing to spend their final days at … Read more