Veterans Affairs in Delaware had a record high in services distributed in fiscal year 2024. (Photo from iStock)
Delaware legislators on both sides of the aisle are pleased with a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ( VA ) report that shows Delaware veterans received record levels of care and benefits to Delaware veterans in fiscal year 2024.
Nevertheless, state legislators say that while they’re impressed with the progress that’s been made in recent years, there’s a lot more than can and should be done in 2025 and beyond, including creation of a dedicated outreach team and addition of state Cabinet-level support for Delaware veterans.
“I applaud the effort and urgency the Veterans Administration is putting forth to provide care and services for our veterans,” said Rep. Jeff Hilovsky, R-Long Neck. “We have an obligation to make sure every eligible veteran receives the benefits they earned while serving and sacrificing for our great nation.”
The service numbers from this past year represent a promising improvement in medical care and disability claims processing, he said.