Yellow Medicine County Veterans Service Officer Michelle Gatz reflected on her visit to the VA National Convention earlier this year. She listened to VA officials and other leaders from across the country share updates about new programs and policies that will impact local veterans and their families. "The biggest news is the 'Mission Act,' Gatz explained. She says that this legislation will strengthen the Veterans Choice Program (a federal program that connects veterans with local care providers) while removing constraints that might limit the options available to users...
