Mike Toomey 83rd Legislative Session Update: Veteran Issues
The following is a digest of an article originally published at Kuhf FM News. Mike Toomey is posting this summary as a public service for citizens of Texas, other state lobbyists, Texas government officials, and other interested parties.
There have been fourteen House and Senate bills filed regarding veterans’ issues. You can be there will be more coming.
“For those who have fought for us so they can come back home and not have to fight to get a job, we’re looking at bills with professional licensure making sure that Texas licensing agencies recognize the professional licenses and certifications from the Department of Defense.”
Senator Leticia Van de Putte – San Antonio
It seems more than one bill may address the issue of helping our returning vets find employment. Other bills will attempt to help veterans deal with growing health care concerns.
Read the original story here.