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VA Reverses Controversial Disability Rule Amid Veteran Backlash

2/27/2026

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The Department of Veterans Affairs will rescind a rule linking disability ratings to functioning on medication rather than conditions.
The move follows backlash from veterans and advocacy groups, with more than 20,000 comments opposing the rule.
VA Secretary Doug Collins said rule aimed to clarify policy but raised concerns about adverse effects.
Public comments remain open until April 20.
Veterans will not face reduced benefits due to their treatment choices.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs will rescind a rule linking disability ratings to functioning on medication rather than conditions.
The move follows backlash from veterans and advocacy groups, with more than 20,000 comments opposing the rule.
VA Secretary Doug Collins said rule aimed to clarify policy but raised concerns about adverse effects.
Public comments remain open until April 20.
Veterans will not face reduced benefits due to their treatment choices.