Posted on Jul 6, 2015
GOOD IDEA? Veterans ID Cards could replace DD-214. Bill Passes House & Senate
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Share your thoughts on a Veterans ID Card replacing the DD Form 214.
On Monday, the U.S. Senate amended and passed with unanimous consent a bill from a Florida congressman which ensures every veteran receives an ID card from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs without burdening taxpayers. The House passed the bill last month with 402 representatives backing it and no votes cast against it.
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., introduced the Veterans ID Card Act earlier this year. Buchanan’s bill would ensure all veterans receive ID cards from the VA instead of just those who served 20 years in the armed forces or are seeking medical treatment for service-related wounds.
In pushing his bill in recent months, Buchanan has noted veterans are forced to carry DD-214 paperwork, which contains sensitive information including Social Security numbers, and an ID card would be more convenient and would do a better job of keeping their personal information secure.
“A simple, standardized ID card will make life easier for our veterans and serve as a reminder that our brave service men and women deserve all the respect a grateful nation can offer," Buchanan said on Tuesday.
Buchanan insisted his bill was budget neutral since veterans who opted for the ID card would have a small fee which the VA secretary would examine every five years.
http://www.sunshinestatenews.com/story/buchanans-bill-replace-dd-214-veterans-id-card-passes-senate-without-opposition
On Monday, the U.S. Senate amended and passed with unanimous consent a bill from a Florida congressman which ensures every veteran receives an ID card from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs without burdening taxpayers. The House passed the bill last month with 402 representatives backing it and no votes cast against it.
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., introduced the Veterans ID Card Act earlier this year. Buchanan’s bill would ensure all veterans receive ID cards from the VA instead of just those who served 20 years in the armed forces or are seeking medical treatment for service-related wounds.
In pushing his bill in recent months, Buchanan has noted veterans are forced to carry DD-214 paperwork, which contains sensitive information including Social Security numbers, and an ID card would be more convenient and would do a better job of keeping their personal information secure.
“A simple, standardized ID card will make life easier for our veterans and serve as a reminder that our brave service men and women deserve all the respect a grateful nation can offer," Buchanan said on Tuesday.
Buchanan insisted his bill was budget neutral since veterans who opted for the ID card would have a small fee which the VA secretary would examine every five years.
http://www.sunshinestatenews.com/story/buchanans-bill-replace-dd-214-veterans-id-card-passes-senate-without-opposition
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Wait, all veterans will have to have an ID card? That sounds almost as racist as requiring ID cards for voting. (Yes, I am being sarcastic)
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Sarcastic or not its true......why do they fell the need for all of us to be easily identified.....is the round up coming?
SFC Terry Murphy
While I am not a conspiracy theorist, I don't know why everyone is not required to have an ID card. You need one for driving a car, cash a check, apply for a loan, using a credit card or when applying for social security benefits, along with just about anything else. Many other countries require citizens to have an ID card to vote. Why shouldn't we. As for a veterans ID card, If it makes things easier for us, I am all for it.
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It sounds as though this card will only replace having to carry a DD Form 214 when going to the VA. I have a VA card because of treatment for my service related disability so I do not know if and why others must bring a DD Form 214 every time is they do not have a VA card. If this will make it easier on all veterans when seeking help at the VA then it sounds like a great idea. I would still want my DD Form 214 in my files and thumb drive back home.
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LTC Stephen F.
No SPC Stephen Riddle, this card is not designed to be used at the VA. If you have authority for VA services, the VA will issue a specific card with personal information on it. The card in question has no personal information except the name and picture of the veteran.
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SGM Matthew Quick ,
This is fine and all but it is, fairly unnecessary, as, at present, 49 States and Washington, DC already will add a 'Veteran' notation to your state-issued driver's license or non-driver identification card without any fee. **Washington State has passed the legislation, but service will not begin until AUG2017**.
The requirements vary, slightly, however - Virginia actually issues a stand-alone separate card, some states will only add the notation for those with Honorable discharges, et cetera. That said, for all states, simply take an original or notarized copy of your DD-214 when you go to renew. You are able to get a replacement, beforehand, but most charge if you go to do it any time other than the normal renewal or initial license issuance.
Check the requirements for your locale, before you go - they will be on your locale's DMV site https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services has the entire list.
No trouble with yet another avenue available to prove a person's status, but it is sort of odd when you can already do it, without a charge.
Fair winds, Nikk
This is fine and all but it is, fairly unnecessary, as, at present, 49 States and Washington, DC already will add a 'Veteran' notation to your state-issued driver's license or non-driver identification card without any fee. **Washington State has passed the legislation, but service will not begin until AUG2017**.
The requirements vary, slightly, however - Virginia actually issues a stand-alone separate card, some states will only add the notation for those with Honorable discharges, et cetera. That said, for all states, simply take an original or notarized copy of your DD-214 when you go to renew. You are able to get a replacement, beforehand, but most charge if you go to do it any time other than the normal renewal or initial license issuance.
Check the requirements for your locale, before you go - they will be on your locale's DMV site https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services has the entire list.
No trouble with yet another avenue available to prove a person's status, but it is sort of odd when you can already do it, without a charge.
Fair winds, Nikk
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PO3 Nichalas Enser
Sorry for tagging an ancient thread. Received an RP email, today, that included the discussion - should know better than to post without checking the date - sorry!
Anyway, the information is updated - nine states do this, now, who did not when the original post went 'live'. Once WA starts in AUG2017, that will be all states and the District of Columbia where you can get the 'Veteran' stamp.
Anyway, the information is updated - nine states do this, now, who did not when the original post went 'live'. Once WA starts in AUG2017, that will be all states and the District of Columbia where you can get the 'Veteran' stamp.
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In North Carolina my Driver's License has a Veteran endorsement and is treated the same as a DD-214, I took my DD-214 to DMV and it was added. Example....I forgot my DD-214 during my CCW permit application and my license was accepted as proof of service
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If all the information is coded on the DD-214 the way it is supposed to be, then I don't have an issue. However, with all the technology it would have to be typed in somewhere from someone so it would be readily retrievable if required.
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I worked in an ID/DEERS office for a time. This would be great if it happens. We constantly got calls from veterans wanting ID cards to show their veteran status. Unless they retired, DEERS does not give one.
This would not replace the 214 administratively, it would just be easier and a more secure form of verification for the veteran to carry.
This would not replace the 214 administratively, it would just be easier and a more secure form of verification for the veteran to carry.
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It sounds good but if it replaces a DD 214 it's a BAD idea. People think the VA is bad enough as it is, then consider this:
A person goes for their C&P exam for PTSD and they have 2 terms of service one which is considered honorable and the other we'll say OTH. The forensic examiner is required to determine when and how the PTSD may have started. Also how long before someone starts forging the cards. Here's a crazy concept, consolidate the system so that providers and forensic examiners have the information readily available to them versus having to go through boatloads of paperwork and/or 3 different electronic systems?
A person goes for their C&P exam for PTSD and they have 2 terms of service one which is considered honorable and the other we'll say OTH. The forensic examiner is required to determine when and how the PTSD may have started. Also how long before someone starts forging the cards. Here's a crazy concept, consolidate the system so that providers and forensic examiners have the information readily available to them versus having to go through boatloads of paperwork and/or 3 different electronic systems?
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