POLL ARCHIVE
GI Bill Poll
For decades, the GI Bill has been one of the military's best recruiting tools by providing free college for most veterans that serve. But as the cost of higher education increases, many have called on the President and Congress to forgive federal student loan debt for everyone. Do you believe federal student loan debt should be forgiven for everyone who did not serve in the military?
24%
Yes
76%
No
VA Budgeting Poll
The VA’s budget request this year is a record $301 billion. If passed, this would be a $104 billion (53%) increase since 2018. For comparison, total Medicare/Medicaid spending in the U.S. only grew by (32%) during the same period, and $104 billion is equivalent to 3.5 million 2022 Ford F-150s or 8 new aircraft carriers. Should Congress continue to support sharp increases in the VA budget, or focus on reforms and efficiency?
57%
Continue to support funding increases.
43%
Focus on reform and efficiency.
VA Treatment Referral Poll
Congress is considering legislation to assist veterans that may have been exposed to toxic substances, like burn pits, in the military. The debate is stalled over disagreements about disability compensation. Would you rather see Congress:
74%
Wait on a package that includes healthcare and disability compensation, which may not happen this year.
26%
Pass healthcare-only legislation immediately.
LA Veterans Poll
Regarding veteran homelessness, mental health issues, and hospital modernization, do you think the VA has done enough to help veterans in the Los Angeles area?
10%
Yes
90%
No
Veterans VA Care Poll
Do you feel educated and informed about your options to receive care between the VA, community providers, and community organizations?
29%
Yes
71%
No
VA Treatment Referral Poll
In the past year, has the VA referred you to healthcare providers in the community under best medical interest but your referral was later denied by administrative staff upon review?
37%
Yes
63%
No
VA Mental Health Provider
Do you think the VA should allow veterans with service-connected mental health challenges to access the mental health provider of their choice, even if not in the VA system?
94%
Yes
6%
No
VA Scheduling Poll
Have you experienced a problem scheduling community care services through VA, or getting denied authorization to use the community provider?
23%
Yes
77%
No
VA Treatment Referral Poll
Following a delay in extended services such as inpatient or outpatient mental health care, residential substance use treatment, or other specialty care at a VA facility, has your VA provider referred you for treatment in the community?
29%
Yes
71%
No
VA Telehealth Poll
In the past year, has your VA provider pressured you to utilize Telehealth or video conferencing for appointments when you preferred an in-person visit?
21%
Yes
79%
No
VA Referral Poll
Following a delay in care at a VA facility, the VA is required to offer a referral to healthcare providers in the community. Does your VA provider routinely make you aware of this option?
40%
Yes
60%
No
Holiday Mental Health Poll
Do you or any veterans you know, experience a noticeable increase in mental health challenges during the holiday season?
43%
Yes
57%
No
VA Effort's Poll
Are you satisfied with the VA's efforts and policies to reduce veteran suicide?
29%
Yes
71%
No
VA Care Access Poll
Should the VA be mandated in law to have requirements that make sure veterans can access care within a certain time and distance of their home?
92%
Yes
8%
No
Taliban Advance Poll
Has the recent Taliban advance through Afghanistan been the reason for any personal reflection or sadness?
72%
Yes
28%
No
VA Suicide Report Poll
Last Week the VA released their Annual Suicide Report, which indicated that the VA’s efforts reduced veteran suicide by 7% in 2019. Are you satisfied with the VA’s efforts and policies to reduce veteran suicide?
49%
Yes
51%
No
Veteran Crisis Line Poll
Mission Roll Call needs your input!Over the past two months, the Veterans Crisis Line has experienced record numbers. Have you or anyone you know had any problems reaching the Veterans Crisis Line through text/chat/or call?
4%
Yes
96%
No
