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Blinded Veterans Association Expands Criteria for Organization Membership
Any person having honorably served, or currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States, qualifying for Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Service is now eligible for membership in BVA…
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Registration Continues for 79th National Convention, Upcoming Town Halls
Located in the historic Riverside district of Jacksonville, the Riverside Arts Market is a potential convention attraction as the premier destination for art lovers, treasure hunters, music fans, and food connoisseurs. BVA members and their families may now register for the 79th National Convention in Jacksonville, Florida. The registration includes all of the BVA-specific activities and meetings that will occur July 7-10, 2024. To begin the registration process, visit the National Convention page here and
Remembering the Service and Sacrifice of Our Vietnam Era Veterans
Looking ahead to this week, last Friday’s BVA Happenings offered a special tribute to our veterans who fought in Vietnam, making particular mention of BVA’s own Vietnam veterans who constitute more than half of the Association’s membership. We echo those comments in today’s edition. Read more. Today is the seventh anniversary of the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017, signed into law on March 29. The legislation designated each March 29 as National Vietnam
Ranking Member Moran Shares Details of Executive Committee Visit
Presenting award to Senator Moran, left to right: Tim Hornik, Stephen Butler, Tracy Ferro, Paul Mimms with guide dog Shadow, Senator Moran, Joe Bogart, and Wade Davis. Last week’s BVA Happenings reported on visits by the Association’s Executive Committee, including National Judge Advocate Stephen Butler, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Central Office (VACO) and with several key members of Congress and Committee staff on Capitol Hill. The visits were made in conjunction with the
Commemorating Springtime Ramadan, Easter, Passover, and More
Spring cherry blossoms in the Nation’s Capital. Photo courtesy of Peggy Chesley-Overton. With the arrival of spring and the enjoyment of longer days, warmer weather, and the budding of leaves and flowers, it seems fitting to reflect on the many religious, spiritual, and cultural holidays that are part of this season—and their importance to BVA members and their families. Understanding the traditions and values that others deem sacred is vital to the peace and harmony