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Published on July 16, 2026 - 20:55 GMT

Media Release: 2026 Legislative Session Delivers New Protections and Benefits for Louisiana Veterans (Release #20260017)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2026 RELEASE # 20260017 2026 Legislative Session Delivers New Protections and Benefits for Louisiana Veterans By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — The 2026 Regular Session of the Louisiana …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 14:36 GMT

LDVA Hosts Women Veterans Celebration This Friday in Baton Rouge

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) will host a Women Veterans Celebration on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 38, located at …

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Published on May 28, 2026 - 21:38 GMT

Louisiana Veterans Cemeteries Continue Streak of National Operational Excellence Recognition

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) announced today that two of its state veterans cemeteries have earned the National Cemetery Administration’s (NCA) Compliance Review …

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Published on May 28, 2026 - 12:54 GMT

On the Geaux with LDVA – Memorial Day Edition

On the Geaux with LDVA Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Issue 02 · Memorial Day Edition May 28, 2026 Keeping Louisiana Veterans Informed, Connected, and Moving Forward Col. Charlton Meginley, USAF (Ret.) Secretary, LDVA Secretary’s Message A …

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Published on May 22, 2026 - 22:20 GMT

State of Louisiana Named 2026 Community Leader Impact Award Recipient by Hiring Our Heroes

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA WASHINGTON, D.C. — The State of Louisiana was named the 2026 Community Leader Impact Award recipient by Hiring Our Heroes this week at the 10th Annual Military Spouse Employment Summit: Leadership and …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

Secretary Meginley Invites Veterans to Third Annual Veterans Day at the Capitol

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Charlton J. Meginley, Col. (Ret.), USAF invites all veterans and veteran supporters to attend LDVA’s Third Annual Veterans Day at the …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 14:38 GMT

LDVA Invites All Louisianans to Join Statewide Memorial Day Events, Ruck to the Capitol, and Garden of Flags

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) invites veterans, families, and the public to join a week of solemn and meaningful Memorial Day observances across Louisiana, May 20– …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 19:34 GMT

Secretary Meginley to Honor Eleven Veteran Employees at Textron Systems’ Chef Menteur Location

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) will hold a Louisiana Honor Medal Presentation on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Textron’s Chef Menteur location in New …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 14:12 GMT

Republic of Korea Honors Louisiana Korean War Veterans with Ambassador for Peace Medal

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA JACKSON, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA), in partnership with the office of U.S. Senator John Kennedy and the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston, will host a …

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Published on April 30, 2026 - 15:21 GMT

On the Geaux with LDVA — Spring 2026, Issue 1

If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. 24 hours a day. 7 days a week. 365 days a year. Get more resources at VeteransCrisisLine.net. …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 17:17 GMT

74 Louisiana Veterans Return Home After Honor Flight Louisiana Trip to Washington, D.C.

By Daniele Palen, Director of Communications, LDVA BATON ROUGE, La. — Seventy-one Vietnam War veterans and three Korean War veterans returned to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport on Saturday, April 11, following an all-day Honor Flight Louisiana mission to …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 23:44 GMT

Secretary Meginley to Honor Seven Veteran Employees at TABASCO® Headquarters on Avery Island

AVERY ISLAND, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) will hold a Louisiana Honor Medal Presentation on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the McIlhenny Company’s TABASCO® headquarters on Avery Island, Louisiana. Secretary Charlton …

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Published on March 16, 2026 - 18:53 GMT

2024-2026 Report

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is pleased to present the 2024-2026 Report. This report highlights the agency’s accomplishments, programs, and initiatives in service to Louisiana’s veteran community. Click the link below to view the full …

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Published on March 11, 2026 - 13:24 GMT

One of Louisiana’s Few Remaining WWII Veterans Celebrates 100

RESERVE, La. – Family, fellow veterans, and staff at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home will gather to celebrate a remarkable milestone as Mr. Ray Taylor, one of Louisiana’s few remaining World War II veterans, celebrates his 100th birthday. Mr. Taylor …

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Published on March 9, 2026 - 12:58 GMT

GOVERNOR JEFF LANDRY TO PRESENT DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS TO FORMER ALASKA AIR NATIONAL GUARD TECHNICAL SERGEANT ADAM BRISTER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2026 Ceremony to Be Held Today in the Louisiana Senate Chamber at Approximately 1:45 p.m.; Alaska National Guard Members Travel to Bear Witness to the Honor BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor Jeff Landry will present the …

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Published on February 9, 2026 - 22:45 GMT

LDVA Shares VA National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report Findings

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) is sharing key findings from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, which analyzes Veteran suicide data from …

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Published on February 2, 2026 - 17:44 GMT

High School Students of 100% Disabled Veterans Eligible for GI Bill® Chapter 35 Benefits

Baton Rouge, La. — High school students who are dependents of veterans rated 100% disabled may be eligible to receive education benefits through the GI Bill® Chapter 35 – Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program, providing valuable financial …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 16:45 GMT

National veteran leadership meeting highlighting Louisiana’s commitment to serving veterans

Alexandria, La. – The American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars are holding their Mid-Winter Conventions in Alexandria. As part of those conventions, national leadership from both organizations will meet with the Secretary of the Louisiana …

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Published on December 17, 2025 - 21:57 GMT

NGALA to Present Holiday Donation to Louisiana Veterans Homes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 17, 2025 NGALA to Present Holiday Donation to Louisiana Veterans Homes RESERVE, La. – The National Guard Association of Louisiana (NGALA) will present a holiday …

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Published on December 5, 2025 - 21:57 GMT

Louisiana Veterans Cemeteries to Host Wreaths Across America Ceremonies on December 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2025 SLIDELL, La. – The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) invites the public to join us on Saturday, December 13, 2025, as four of the state’s veterans cemeteries participate in Wreaths Across America, a …

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