The American Legion Dispatch [April 5, 2002]

A VA for all veterans: Legionnaires take issues to the Hill -- Longtime NECman Harrell passes away -- A message from the National Commander: A symbol worth protecting, Senate needs to listen to majority and pass S.J. Res. 7 -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: A uniform approach to family support, FSN disk takes guesswork out of process for Washington Legionnaires -- Expired direct-renewal dues notices explained -- Vermont, Arizona among Big 12 competition winners -- AIM software organizes membership data -- NEC support sought -- Budget, CARES targets of VPCC's focus -- Veterans update: News about and from the Department of Veterans Affairs -- Fiscal 2003 budget resolution increases VA funding -- Reconnecting on several levels: Team American Legion travels Michigan spreading Legion's word