A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Appalachian Regional Commission to carry out a program of outreach for veterans who reside in Appalachia, and for other purposes.

This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Appalachian Regional Commission to create a joint outreach program specifically for veterans living in the Appalachian region. The goal is to ensure these veterans are fully aware of the federal, state, and local benefits they have earned through their military service, such as disability compensation and healthcare. By focusing on this specific geographic area, the legislation aims to help rural veterans overcome barriers to information and improve their access to available support systems.