EXTENDED DEADLINE

♦♦ Apply by August 14, 2023, at 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) to receive benefits paid back to August 10, 2022. ♦♦

Unsure if you qualify? Watch HERE to learn more.

The Center for Women Veterans(CWV) and the Veterans Benefits Administration(VBA) hosted four events around the topic “Virtual Exchange & Women Veterans Empowerment PACT Act.”  VBA gave an overview of PACT Act, explains how to apply for PACT Act-related benefits or submit an intent to file, enroll in VA health care, where to get screened for toxic exposures, and more.

Still have questions? Email us at 00w@VA.Gov with the Subject: PACT ACT.  We will have a subject matter expert answer your questions and respond to you.

“What if I miss the deadline?”  You can still apply any time, the benefit of applying by today at 11:59 PM (ET) is that, if awarded, you will get backpay to Aug 10, 2022. 

The video is just over 30 minutes, you can stop and pause as needed.  Click on the icon or HERE to watch.

If you served on the ground, in the airspace above, in territorial waters, or a ship that was called there, you may be eligible for VA benefits and health care for over 300 conditions.