Bill to address veterans crisis named for Clay Hunt passes
A bill aimed at reducing deaths by self harm among veterans moves to the president for signing. It honors Clay Hunt and requires independent reviews of VA and DOD suicide prevention programs while offering incentives for mental health professionals to work with the VA. It also aids service members transitioning to veteran status.
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GOP presses Obama from both chambers
Republicans press Obama on health care repeal in the House while the Senate blocks immigration policy rollbacks. The House plans final passage next week on Keystone XL pipeline funding, risking a presidential veto. Democrats tout blocked Homeland Security funding and oppose immigration rollbacks as Republicans push for a balance of power.
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