1st Lt. Marciano Parisano was off base on a liberty pass in Comayagua, Honduras, at the time of his death, officials said.
Congressional fights over plans to cut tens of thousands of VA staffers hinge on lawmakers' views on just how dysfunctional the department is.
The pause comes after 67 people died in January when a passenger jet collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter at Reagan airport.
By Tara Copp, AP
Officials hope to cut down on red tape for individuals seeking support and benefits after a veteran's death.
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