VETERAN OPS WATCH · Benefits
Statewide, Virginia · Line-of-duty death and disability benefits
Nov 1, 2026 – Nov 1, 2027
Ongoing statutory benefit; claims and eligibility determinations required
The Virginia Line of Duty Act may provide benefits to eligible state and local government employees and volunteers who become disabled or die as a qualifying result of duty. Eligible positions include law enforcement, recognized fire companies and rescue squads, and other covered roles. Benefits can include a death benefit, funeral expense advance, and health coverage for eligible family members. Claims are filed with the Virginia Retirement System; review current eligibility and claim forms with VRS before relying on coverage
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2026-11-03 · Financial assistance may be available to officers permanently and totally disabled by a line-of-duty injury and to family members of officers killed or permanently and totally disabled in the line of duty. Board review and statutory eligibility apply.
2026-11-03 · Relief is administered through qualifying local fire department relief funds. Departments must meet state requirements, including current NCSFA membership, annual financial reporting, and a local board of trustees; contact the local department or NCSFA for an individual claim route.
2026-11-03 · Designated beneficiaries of paid, reserve, or volunteer law enforcement, fire, or EMS personnel killed in line of duty; catastrophic injury may be considered case by case.
2026-11-06 · Veterans seeking VA programs and services; check organizer for any access requirements
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