American Legion Executive Director Chanin Nuntavong joins members of Congress during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 3, 2021. The American Legion joined others in an effort to get language on the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act included in the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act. Photo by Jason Andrew
“Our servicemembers, veterans and their families should not have to worry about finding a suitable home, whether they are changing duty stations, transitioning from the military or simply buying a new home.” American Legion Veterans Employment & Education Division Director Joseph Sharpe, in December testimony before Congress that revealed dramatic declines in acceptance of VA home loans in 2021, as prices climbed, inventory was scarce and sellers were fielding cash offers that exceeded their asking prices 14 The American Legion Annual Report 2022
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