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On the recordApril 20, 2010
Mr. Wilson, my office has received reports that the overworked VRE and the counselors are pushing veterans to the GI Bill despite the fact that many of the service-disabled veterans might need the supportive services that VRE provides.
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Roland Burris
Democratic · Illinois

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Burris raises concerns about veterans being directed to the GI Bill instead of needed services.

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