VA Seeks Nominees for Outlying Islands and Territories Advisory Panel
Published Date: 8/8/2025
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The VA is looking for awesome people to join a special committee that helps with issues in U.S. Outlying Areas and Freely Associated States. If you live in or care about these places, this is your chance to make a difference! Nominations are open now, so don’t wait to throw your hat in the ring—no money changes hands, just good vibes and important work.
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