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Old 03-05-2013, 03:48 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default BVA Against VA Involvement

Fear of increase of costs and less quality dogs if the government is allowed to get involved. They are stressing to leave the non-profit organizations alone and let them continue as they are without government funds.

Blind Vets Warn Against VA Funding Guide Dogs
March 5, 2013
Military.com| by Bryant Jordan

Quote: The Blind Veterans Association is warning lawmakers against passing legislation – already sidetracked at least twice – to have the Department of Veterans Affairs cover costs of getting guide dogs for blind vets.

Blind Vets Warn Against VA Funding Guide Dogs | Military.com
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