In 2012 Stars and Stripes reported that "IAVA representatives are frequent cable news guests and regulars at hearings on Capitol Hill, where few if any veterans initiatives are passed without their blessing.

"[1] The Washington Post has stated that "With its ability to talk intimately about both the horror of combat and the difficulty of coming home...[IAVA]...has emerged as a key player on veterans issues on the Hill.

The organization publishes an annual policy agenda that focuses on recommendations for Congress, the Executive Branch, Private Sector, State Nonprofits and other stakeholders.

These reports include: IAVA's Rapid Response Referral Program (RRRP) provides support to service members, veterans, and their families who need resources and assistance.

The RRRP program is staffed by a team of transition managers who connect veterans to resources that can support their needs on issues relating health, financial, housing, legal, employment, etc.

[24] The Forum was presented by NBC News and MSNBC and was moderated by former TODAY Show co-anchor Matt Lauer from the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City.

Johnson and Dr. Jill Stein, the Green Party candidate, to participate in an upcoming Commander-in-Chief forum of veterans issues.