Democrats express concern over VA policy affecting veterans’ medical benefits

Democrats are urging Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins to permanently discontinue a proposed policy that would adjust disability ratings based on veterans’ responses to medication. The VA has paused the plan, which could potentially reduce benefits for millions of veterans. In a letter from House and Senate Veterans’ Affairs committee members, they demanded confirmation that the rule is abandoned and an explanation for the lack of traditional rule-making procedures. Over 5 million veterans rely on VA prescriptions, raising concerns about the implications of this policy.

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