American Veterans Traveling Tribute Comes to Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. reminds Texans and Veterans that The American Veterans Traveling Tribute's (AVTT) Traveling Vietnam Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute will be on display for the public at the Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home from Wednesday, May 1 to Thursday, May 2, 2024."As Chairwoman of the VLB, the duty to preserve the memory of the courageous men and women who have laid down their lives in service to our nation is of utmost importance,” said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Veterans Land Board Announces Extended Visiting Hours at Texas State Veterans Cemeteries
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. and the VLB announced that the four Texas State Veterans Cemeteries (TSVC) will offer extended visiting hours during the spring and summer to account for longer days. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces New Installment of VLB Continued Service Series
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the next installment of the VLB "Continued Service Series" featuring U.S. Air Force Veteran and State Representative Josey Garcia.The Texas General Land Office (GLO) and the VLB started this initiative to highlight members of the Texas Legislature who are Veterans of the Armed Forces. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces Veterans Benefits Fair in San Angelo Hosted by the Veterans Land Board and the Texas Veterans Commission
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham,M.D., announced that the VLB and the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) are hosting a Veterans Benefits Fair in San Angelo, Texas, on April 20, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm. VLB and TVC representatives will share information about benefits offered to Military Members, Veterans, and their families, including:VLB land, home, and home improvement loan programsTexas State Veterans HomesTexas State Veterans CemeteriesTVC resources for Claims, Employment, and HealthcareVA resources to assist with healthcare and cla Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
On Tuesday, April 2, at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Private Kellie C.A. Mason. Born on October 5, 1966, Private Mason served from October 2001 to April 2009. Private Mason received the National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal for her service to our nation. U.S. Army Veteran Kellie C.A. Mason Unaccompanied Veteran Burial Private Mason is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend her burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces New Installment of VLB Continued Service Series
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the next installment of the VLB "Continued Service Series" featuring U.S. Air Force and Army Veteran and Texas State Representative Tony Tinderholt.The Texas General Land Office (GLO) and the VLB started this initiative with the goal of highlighting members of the Texas Legislature who are Veterans of the Armed Forces. Read More
Four Veterans Homes Recognized with the "2024 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award"
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham M.D., along with the the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB), announced that four Texas State Veterans Homes have been honored with the prestigious "2024 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award” for providing exceptional care and support to our nation’s Veterans. Read More
American Veterans Traveling Tribute Comes to William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home in Temple
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham M.D. reminds Texans and Veterans that The American Veterans Traveling Tribute's (AVTT) Traveling Vietnam Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute will be on display for the public at the William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home (TSVH) in Temple from Thursday, March 14 to Friday, March 15, 2024."Remembering and respecting our Veterans for the selfless sacrifices they have made is one of our greatest responsibilities as citizens of this state and nation," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery
On Friday, March 15, at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Read More
Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery Receives Operational Excellence Award from National Cemetery Administration
Today, the Veterans Land Board (VLB) is proud to announce that the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen has been honored with the prestigious Operational Excellence Award by the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.The Operational Excellence Award is bestowed upon cemeteries that significantly surpass the quality standards set forth by the NCA's Compliance Review Program, which conducts thorough inspections every three years. Read More