58,000 veterans inch closer to getting $17,400 more on average in benefits
David Nunez
David Nunez
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
David, a graduate of SUNY Cortland, has spent over seven years covering local government and political issues for the Syracuse New Times. His investigative work has often spotlighted transparency and accountability in local governance, making him a vital voice in civic journalism.
More from David →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 1:40 AM · 1 min read
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday advanced the Major Richard Star Act, a bill that would allow veterans medically retired before 20 years of service because of combat-related disabilities to receive their full military retirement pay.