West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 86 - Veterans' Affairs
West Virginia Code of State Rules – Agency 86: Veterans' Affairs
Overview:
Agency 86 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) governs the West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance and related programs. This agency is responsible for administering benefits, services, and support to military veterans and their families within the state.
The rules under Agency 86 implement state laws designed to ensure veterans receive assistance with accessing federal and state benefits, healthcare, education, employment, and memorial services.
Key Functions and Responsibilities:
Veterans Benefits Assistance:
Helps veterans and their families apply for federal benefits such as VA disability compensation, pensions, and healthcare.
Administers state-specific benefits like property tax exemptions and educational aid.
Veterans Homes and Care Facilities:
Regulates standards and operations of state veterans homes, providing long-term care.
Oversees admission, discharge, and care policies.
Burial and Memorial Services:
Provides rules related to veterans’ cemeteries and memorial services.
Includes eligibility criteria for burial in state veterans cemeteries.
Employment and Training Programs:
Supports veterans in accessing job training, employment resources, and business development assistance.
Outreach and Advocacy:
Coordinates with local, state, and federal agencies to advocate for veterans’ rights and benefits.
Conducts outreach to ensure veterans are informed of their entitlements.
Common Rule Topics under Agency 86:
Eligibility criteria for state veterans benefits.
Application procedures for property tax exemptions.
Standards for veterans homes including admission, care, and discharge.
Procedures for state veterans cemetery interments.
Oversight of veteran advocacy programs and services.
Legal Authority:
Rules are authorized under various West Virginia Code Chapters relating to veterans affairs, including but not limited to:
Chapter 7, Article 9 – Veterans' Assistance Act.
Chapter 37 – State veterans homes and cemeteries.
Goals of Agency 86:
Ensure veterans have access to earned benefits and services.
Provide quality care and respect in state veterans homes.
Honor veterans through memorial and burial services.
Support veterans’ transition to civilian life through employment and training.
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