August 04th, 2023
Deadline to file is August 9
Washington, D.C. — Veterans are advised to take advantage of possible benefits under the PACT Act for exposure to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances by filing a claim with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by August 9.
The Sergeant First Class (SFC) Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for veterans with toxic exposures and veterans of the Vietnam, Gulf War and post-9/11 eras.
If eligible veterans and their families file a claim by August 9, 2023, they could get their benefits backdated to August 10, 2022. Past the deadline, veterans are still eligible to file claims for future PACT benefits after August 9, 2023.
Important things to know about the August 9 deadline:
Veterans must have submitted a PACT Act application or an intent to file by this deadline to qualify for any eligible backdated benefits. Missing the deadline does not mean missing out on all potential benefits, only the backdated ones.
Scammers may try to target or pressure veterans because of this upcoming deadline for backdated benefits.
Here are some tips to help avoid scams:
Never pay a fee. Applying for any veterans’ benefits is always free. Beware of anyone claiming there is a cost to file. PACT Act claims can be filed for free online through the VA’s website or in person at a VA Regional Office.
Never pay for help. Unaccredited “coaches” or “consultants” and others may offer to help file the application or intent to file in exchange for a fee or percentage of the benefits you get. Instead, seek free help from an accredited representative.
Visit the VA’s website for more information about how the PACT Act expanded benefits and what steps you can take to file a claim and qualify for the backdated benefits. Veterans and their families can also call the VA regarding PACT Act questions at 800-698-2411.
Veterans who suspect they’ve been the target of fraud can call the VA’s Office of Integrity and Compliance Help Line 24/7 at (866) 842-4357 (VHA-HELP) or email vhacbihelpline@va.gov for assistance and guidance. back...
Washington, D.C. — Veterans are advised to take advantage of possible benefits under the PACT Act for exposure to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances by filing a claim with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by August 9.
The Sergeant First Class (SFC) Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for veterans with toxic exposures and veterans of the Vietnam, Gulf War and post-9/11 eras.
If eligible veterans and their families file a claim by August 9, 2023, they could get their benefits backdated to August 10, 2022. Past the deadline, veterans are still eligible to file claims for future PACT benefits after August 9, 2023.
Important things to know about the August 9 deadline:
Veterans must have submitted a PACT Act application or an intent to file by this deadline to qualify for any eligible backdated benefits. Missing the deadline does not mean missing out on all potential benefits, only the backdated ones.
Scammers may try to target or pressure veterans because of this upcoming deadline for backdated benefits.
Here are some tips to help avoid scams:
Never pay a fee. Applying for any veterans’ benefits is always free. Beware of anyone claiming there is a cost to file. PACT Act claims can be filed for free online through the VA’s website or in person at a VA Regional Office.
Never pay for help. Unaccredited “coaches” or “consultants” and others may offer to help file the application or intent to file in exchange for a fee or percentage of the benefits you get. Instead, seek free help from an accredited representative.
Visit the VA’s website for more information about how the PACT Act expanded benefits and what steps you can take to file a claim and qualify for the backdated benefits. Veterans and their families can also call the VA regarding PACT Act questions at 800-698-2411.
Veterans who suspect they’ve been the target of fraud can call the VA’s Office of Integrity and Compliance Help Line 24/7 at (866) 842-4357 (VHA-HELP) or email vhacbihelpline@va.gov for assistance and guidance. back...
