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Coverage dated November 10, 2026 to November 11, 2026

Duckworth Urges Congress to Expand VA Care for Veterans Exposed to Toxic Hazards

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BELLEVILLE — On Veterans Day in Belleville, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) called on Congress to pass her new legislation that would expand care at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for all Veterans who suffer from toxic exposure.

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  1. ABC News

    Sen. Duckworth wants VA to identify toxic threats before veterans get sick (opens ABC News)

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    Sen. Tammy Duckworth to introduce legislation that would require VA to more quickly assess toxic hazards, expanding access to health care and disability benefits.

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    Duckworth Urges Congress to Expand VA Care for Veterans Exposed to Toxic Hazards (opens River Bender)

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    BELLEVILLE — On Veterans Day in Belleville, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) called on Congress to pass her new legislation that would expand care at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for all Veterans who suffer from toxic exposure.

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