Thousands of veterans using Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) benefits are reporting delayed payments and stalled job-search stipends following the recent VA shutdown. The freeze has left many new graduates without income at a critical time, as they transition from school to employment.
This DisabledVeterans.org report explains what steps veterans can take now — including how to contact VA staff, document hardship, and protect their benefits — while the system recovers. It also highlights broader policy concerns about VA preparedness and communication during federal disruptions.
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https://www.disabledveterans.org/vre-benefits-freeze-due-to-va-shutdown-what-chapter-31-graduates-can-do-right-now/