Latest "federal-budget" stories

Afghan refugee bill sidelined again, dashing advocates’ hopes

Supporters fear they have missed their last chance for legislative help this year.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

This week in Congress: Last-minute business before the midterms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 26, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

Burn pits benefits bill concerns aren’t new, hinge on budget moves

Republicans have accused Democrats of making new changes to complicate the sweeping veterans policy measure, but the budget issues they cite have been in the bill for months.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago

VA needs more money to keep pace with veterans’ needs, advisory group warns

The Independent Budget for fiscal 2023 calls for a hefty increase in department program spending over current levels.

By Leo Shane III

16 months ago

Lack of a federal budget deal endangers veterans, VA secretary warns

The White House has asked for $270 billion in VA spending for the current fiscal year. Without the planned increases, “I can’t rule out impacts on individual veterans’ lives,” said Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough.

By Leo Shane III

17 months ago

This week in Congress: Shutdown threat looms again

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Nov. 29, 2021.

By Leo Shane III

18 months ago