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Veterans Invited to Share Their Voices at American Legion Town Hall in Pensacola
March 6, 2026 [ Florida > National > News ]The American Legion will host a Veterans Town Hall Meeting on Monday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 240, located at 8666 Gulf Beach Highway in Pensacola, Florida. The event will provide local veterans with an opportunity read more >
The American Legion Mourns Passing of Lou Holtz
[ National > News ](INDIANAPOLIS—March 4, 2026) – American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley issued the following statement today concerning the passing of Lou Holtz: “Lou Holtz was not only a champion college football coach, but he was an even better patriot and read more >
American Legion 107th Birthday Speech Available for Posts and Districts
February 27, 2026 [ Florida > National > News ]As The American Legion prepares to commemorate its 107th birthday on March 15, 2026, a prepared speech is now available for Posts and Districts to use during their local observances. Developed by the National Headquarters Media & Communications Division, the read more >
Celebrate & Educate: Youth Programs Inspire Civic Leadership for America’s 250th Anniversary
[ Florida > National > News ]As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the American Legion Family is encouraging communities to “Celebrate & Educate” through a wide range of youth programs focused on civics, leadership and responsible citizenship. From interactive books and educational materials about the read more >
Your Voices Made the Difference – VA Halts Enforcement of Proposed Rule
February 20, 2026 [ Florida > Legislative > National > News ]Because of your swift action and strong response, your voices have been heard. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has announced that it is halting enforcement of the interim final rule, Evaluative Rating: Impact of Medication, effective immediately. While the read more >
Urgent Call to Action – Submit Public Comment Opposing VA Rule
February 19, 2026 [ Florida > National > News ]Dear Department of Florida American Legion Members, I am asking for your immediate attention and action regarding a rule proposal that could negatively impact veterans’ disability compensation. On February 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs published an interim read more >
The American Legion still seeks entries for Fourth Estate Awards in media
February 17, 2026 [ National > News ]INDIANAPOLIS (February 17, 2026) – The American Legion continues its call for entries in the annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society. The deadline for submissions to be received or postmarked is read more >
The American Legion seeks entries for Fourth Estate Awards in media
January 8, 2026 [ National > News ]INDIANAPOLIS (January 9, 2026) – The American Legion has announced its call for entries in the annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society. The deadline for submissions to be received or postmarked read more >
National Commander to Visit Florida’s Districts 6 and 12
January 7, 2026 [ Florida > National > News ]The American Legion’s National Commander, Dan K. Wiley, accompanied by his aide, Carl “Doug” Hensley, will visit Florida from January 26 through February 1, 2026, as part of an official tour of Districts 6 and 12. The visit will commence read more >
The American Legion National Commander Joins President Trump for Executive Order Reclassifying Cannabis
December 18, 2025 [ National > News ](WASHINGTON– December 18, 2025) – American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley stood alongside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office Thursday when the president issued an executive order to reclassify cannabis in a way that will allow FDA to read more >