The Dog Tag

On this episode of the Dog Tag, host Matt Elledge talks with George P. Bush, the 28th Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office and Chairman of the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB).

Born in Houston, Texas, Commissioner Bush received his undergraduate degree from Rice University. After graduating, he taught history to at-risk students at Homestead High School in Florida’s Miami-Dade Independent School District. In 2000, he returned to Texas and attended The University of Texas School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate and worked as an attorney for several years.

In 2006, Commissioner Bush joined the U.S. Naval Reserves through the Direct Commission Officer program. In 2010, he began an eight-month tour of duty in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom under the Special Operations Command. Among other service decorations, he was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal for his meritorious service.  Commissioner Bush is committed to helping Veterans, military members and their families in Texas, and beyond.

The Dog Tag® is brought to you by the Texas Veterans Land Board and the Texas Veterans Commission. Find more episodes at medium.com/the-dog-tag. If you have questions about this topic, or suggestions for other podcast topics, call 1–800–252-VETS or email [email protected]. Visit TexasVeterans.com to find out more about your benefits!

In this episode of the Dog Tag, our host, Matt Elledge, and subject matter experts from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) and the VLB, return to their comprehensive explanation of the VA Disability Claims process.

Victor Polanco, Operations Manager, for TVC Claims Representation and Counseling, and Bill McLemore, Deputy Director of Land and Housing for the VLB, share more advice and expertise about the second half of this process, including what to do after you receive your ratings decision from the VA, and how to navigate the appeals process.

The Dog Tag® is brought to you by the Texas Veterans Land Board and the Texas Veterans Commission. Find more episodes at medium.com/the-dog-tag. If you have questions about this topic, or suggestions for other podcast topics, call 1–800–252-VETS or email [email protected]. Visit TexasVeterans.com to find out more about your benefits!

In this episode of the Dog Tag, our host, Matt Elledge, Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret) and Senior Deputy Director of the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB), talks with three subject matter experts from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) and the VLB on the subject of VA Disability Claims.

Jesus Simental, Director, and Victor Polanco, Operations Manager, for TVC Claims Representation and Counseling, and Bill McLemore, Deputy Director of Land and Housing for the VLB, share their wisdom and experience. Learn what VA Disability Compensation is, who’s eligible and how to apply along with tips and advice to help you navigate this complex and often intimidating process.

 The Dog Tag® is brought to you by the Texas Veterans Land Board and the Texas Veterans Commission. Find more episodes at medium.com/the-dog-tag. If you have questions about this topic, or suggestions for other podcast topics, call 1–800–252-VETS or email [email protected]. Visit TexasVeterans.com to find out more about your benefits!