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Temple, VA to host PACT Act Week of Action event to inform local Veterans and survivors about new health care and benefits

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William Negron
Location

Temple, TX
United States

Introduction
On Dec 15, 2022, the Olin E. Teague Veterans' Center in Temple, TX will host a PACT Act Week of Action event on their Temple Campus in Building 171, Room A-25.
Full text of the Press Release

Temple, TX  -  On Dec 15, 2022, the Olin E. Teague Veterans' Center will host a PACT Act Week of Action event to inform Central Texas Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors about the PACT Act and encourage them to apply for the toxic exposure-related health care and benefits they have earned.

Local VA staff will be present to help Veterans to apply for benefits, complete toxic exposure screenings, and enroll in VA health care.

The PACT Act is the largest expansion of Veteran health care and benefits in decades. This Week of Action event is part of VA’s broader efforts to ensure that every eligible Veteran and survivor gets their PACT Act-related health care and benefits.

When:         Thu. Dec 15, 2022, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Where:       Olin E. Teague Veterans' Center

                     Bldg. 171 Rm. A-25                  

Contact:     Bill Negron, Public Affairs Officer

254-749-8442

CTXPAO@va.gov