Congressman Greg Walden
Press Release,

Veterans in Oregon and across the country deserve quality care in a timely manner when they go to the VA. Unfortunately, long wait times at many facilities have resulted in delayed access to essential health services, especially in rural and underserved areas in Oregon. We can and must solve this problem, and I’ve sponsored legislation to help. Continue reading →

By Oregon Veterans Department
Press Release,

The state of Oregon has announced more than $17 million in funding available for the construction, acquisition or rehabilitation of new multifamily rental housing units that serve low-income veterans struggling with financial or mental health crises. Continue reading →

Greg Walden calls for action to speed up home-loan process for Oregon veterans
Cites excessive wait times and appraisal backlog as need for improvements

At a recent hearing of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Rep. Greg Walden (R-Hood River) called for action to improve the sometimes grueling home-loan process for Oregon’s veterans. Walden has heard from veterans throughout Oregon about significant delays in the appraisal process for home loans guaranteed to them by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Due to a shortage in VA appraisers, months-long delays in receiving an appraisal have created great uncertainty for Oregon veterans and their families in the housing market, even resulting in the loss of prospective homes. Continue reading →