Problems plaguing the VA health system have been ongoing for years . Government reports informed Congress about the depth of problems . The Department of Veterans Affairs has a backlog of more than 1 million veterans waiting to see doctors, and many are suffering from serious mental illnesses like PTSD or depression. House and Senate passed new VA legislation that requires final negotiation .
Problems plaguing the VA health system have been ongoing for years . Government reports informed Congress about the depth of problems . Congressional efforts to address issues were mostly inadequate . House and Senate passed new VA legislation that requires final negotiation .