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 Hello CWOA Members,
It is with great sadness that CWOA has learned of the following CWOs and Members who have crossed the bar.  Veteran Groups Rally Behind Petition Urging Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to Safeguard Servicemembers Against Forced Arbitration
By: Matthew Evans  The article discusses the key topics and concerns raised during a hearing on research at the Department of Veterans Affairs, including the prioritization of mental health, research in rural areas, the Million Veterans Program, the use of Artificial Intelligence, cooperation between government and private entities, funding, and commercialization of research efforts.
By: Jesibell Espejo, CWOA Intern  The article discusses a recent hearing in the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs focusing on financial protection measures for service members, veterans, and their families, including proposed legislative changes to improve housing loans for Native American veterans, with an emphasis on the role of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in addressing financial challenges faced by military personnel and the need for increased financial literacy education.
The CWOA NOMINATION AND BALLOT COMMITTEE meet on 06 November 2023 to validate the ballots cast in the 2023 Ballot Election.
By: Jackson Bouler, CWOA Intern  A Congressional hearing held on October 25, 2023, examined the leadership and accountability issues within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and proposed legislative solutions.
By: Matthew Evans, CWOA Intern  The Military to Civilian Transition Session is explored, with a primary focus on addressing the efficiency and issues of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Key concerns raised by senators and various stakeholders include mental health, accountability, the smooth transition of healthcare plans to the VA, employment opportunities, and participation rates in TAP courses, with discussions highlighting potential improvements and recent changes made by relevant government departments.
By: Michael J. Little, Executive Director  The time to act is now! As guardians of our nation's maritime interests, we understand better than anyone the importance of a well-supported U.S. Coast Guard. It's a matter of national security, a safeguard of our borders, and a keystone in ensuring the free flow of commerce that fuels our economy.
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