“Veterans kicked out of the military due to negative behavior related to post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and sexual trauma have been upgrading their discharges after a 2017 law change, but there are potentially thousands of others left without access to care or benefits because of less-than-honorable discharges.
“The landmark Fairness for Veterans Act, included in the 2017 military funding bill, aimed to help veterans upgrade their discharges. It requires a review from military officials to consider medical evidence to see whether mental illness or injury led to the discharge.
“Since the measure went into effect, 1,580 veterans have upgraded their discharges through 2019, according to the most recent Defense Department data.
“Despite the boost and efforts from Congress, some say a shockingly low number of veterans are applying for upgraded discharges.”
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If you’re interested in submitting for a review and potentially getting your discharge upgraded, consider reaching out to your County Veteran Service Officer or other local Veteran Service Officer (such as the American Legion or VFW posts).
