Veterans Have Until Aug. 9 to Apply for Backdated PACT Act Disability Payments Posted July 11th, 2023 at 4:04pm by Isabel Soisson The PACT Act removed the need for certain veterans to prove a service connection if they are diagnosed with certain cancers or respiratory conditions and sped up the process of receiving benefits. Eligible veterans who apply by Aug. 9 could get tens of thousands of dollars in backdated disability compensation. (Photo via Shutterstock) Full story →