http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL34549_20080703.pdf

Reviews the evolution of education benefit programs for veterans prior to the enactment of the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. Also examines how changes in average college prices compare with the estimated value of those benefits and discusses the interaction between veterans&$x0027; education benefits and federal student aid benefits. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.

http://www.gibill.va.gov/

Website for information relating to provisions and benefits of new Post 9/11 GI bill, sponsored by Virginia Senator James Webb and approved by Congress earlier this year. From the Veterans Administration.

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RS22902_20080625.pdf

Provides an overview of major benefits for veterans and the budget for the Veterans Administration. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL33704_20080320.pdf

Traces the various steps involved in the appeal process from original application for benefits at the local VA office to ultimate appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Also provides an overview of legislation related to the process which has been introduced in the 110th Congress. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL33113_20080424.pdf

Examines the eligibility criteria and the basic provisions of the two major programs of assistance for veterans: disability compensation, which provides monthly cash benefits to veterans disabled as a result of military service, and disability pensions, which provides assistance for veterans over 65, or who are no longer able to work. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL34471_20080505.pdf

Discusses suicide rates among the general population, possible suicide rates among veterans and the problems in compiling such information, suicide risk factors among veterans, especially those returning from service in Iraq and Afghanistan, and suicide prevention efforts by the Veterans Administration. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.

http://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/vet.pdf

Reports that the unemployment rate among veterans who served since 2001 was 6.1% in 2007. Includes 7 tables with details on veteran characteristics by war, occupation, industry, and disability status. From the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

http://www.cbo.gov/ftpdocs/88xx/doc8892/12-21-VA_Healthcare.pdf

Describes the incentives for quality health care that the Veterans Administration has included in its management system and its use of health information technology. From the Congressional Budget Office.

http://www.dodfuturehealthcare.net/images/103-06-2-Home-Task_Force_FINAL_REPORT_122007.pdf

Calls for reforms to the military health care system that would better integrate direct care with contacted services care, adopt best health care practices from the private sector, improve management controls over costs, and implement wellness and preventive guidelines. From the Task Force and the Department of Defense.

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL30011.pdf

Covers additions to the list since the publication of a Senate Veterans Affairs Committee print, Medal of Honor Recipients, 1863-1978 in 1979. Includes descriptions of the acts of valor for which the medals were awarded. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists.

http://www.opm.gov/employ/veterans/dvaap/2006/DVAAP-FY2006.pdf

Reports the federal government hired 33,200 veterans in FY 2006, which represented 37% of all new hires. Offers statistics on the hiring, employment, and promotion of veterans in the federal government. From the Office of Personnel Management.