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Veterans Disability Benefits Rise | Birmingham News
A landmark bill just passed the House, boosting monthly disability benefits for severely injured veterans by $833 — named after Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson, whose lives embody the profound cost of service. It also raises Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by 1.5% for surviving families, the first increase since 1993. Backed by the Paralyzed Veterans of America, the legislation addresses mounting financial burdens and heads to the Senate, poised to take effect December 1, 2026 — offering much-needed relief to those who’ve sacrificed everything for our nation. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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