DVA News

Historic PACT Act will expand benefits for thousands of veterans in Washington state

August 5, 2022

Gov. Jay Inslee and leaders from the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs are applauding the U.S. Senate’s passage of the historic PACT Act.

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NEWS RELEASE - WDVA Director to Retire in Jan 2023 - Washington Department of Veterans Affairs Director Alfie Alvarado-Ramos Announces Retirement

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Donate Now: The Washington State Global War on Terrorism Memorial is a way of honoring the people who have served and given their lives to defend this country from terrorism. Some service members never found closure from their service, so while the war may be largely over, the battle continues in their daily lives. The GWOT must not become a “forgotten war.” We have a duty to… read more

I was so proud to join with Governor Inslee, Representative Orwall, Dept. of Licensing Director Teresa Berntsen, and other leaders in Washington State on November 29 to unveil our state’s new suicide prevention license plate emblem!  Their collaborative efforts, along with significant contributions from members of the Governor’s Challenge Team, made the day possible!  (If… read more

Pursuant to the attached White House notification and 4 USC 7 (m), Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff immediately, in honor and remembrance of United States Representative Donald McEachin from Virginia.

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Saluting Our Graduates – Earning While They're Learning

We are so excited to share news about the new NAC (Nursing Assistant Certified) Training Programs that are becoming available across the WDVA!  … read more

Veterans Day 2022 Events & Observances, Proclamation and Videos to Share on Veterans Day

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WDVA Inducted into Military Spouse Employment Partnership Program