Crockett Calls on VA to Address Racial Disparities in Disability Benefits
August 09, 2023
August 09, 2023
WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, issued the following news release and letter on Aug. 8, 2023:
Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) sent a letter to VA Secretary Denis McDonough requesting information regarding recent reports by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) detailing racial and ethnic disparities with the Department of Veteran Affairs' (VA) compensation with disability benefits. Of particular concern is the Department's low-approval rate f . . .
Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) sent a letter to VA Secretary Denis McDonough requesting information regarding recent reports by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) detailing racial and ethnic disparities with the Department of Veteran Affairs' (VA) compensation with disability benefits. Of particular concern is the Department's low-approval rate f . . .