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State Representative Tim Sanders
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
651-296-4226
For more information contact: House GOP Communications 651-296-5520
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Email Update - Veterans Day
Friends,
Veterans Day is Friday and I encourage you to join me in thanking the men and women who have served our nation so honorably. Here are some facts from the U.S. Census Bureau regarding veterans in the United States:
• 9.2 million veterans are over the age of 65.
• 1.9 million veterans are under the age of 35.
• 1.8 million veterans are women.
• 7.8 million veterans served during the Vietnam War era (1964-1975), which represents 33% of all living veterans.
• 5.2 million veterans served during the Gulf War (representing service from Aug. 2, 1990, to present).
• 2.6 million veterans served during World War II (1941-1945).
• 2.8 million veterans served during the Korean War (1950-1953).
• 6 million veterans served in peacetime.
You can click here for more quick facts.
I also want to pass along a few links to programs and services for veterans in Minnesota. Please forward this information to anyone you feel would benefit or assist someone you think may need a hand.
“Serving You Better” survey
The Minnesota Dept. of Veterans Affairs is looking to learn more about how veterans use MDVA’s services and programs in order to help better serve veterans and their families. Veterans, current service members and families are encouraged to participate in a “Serving You Better” survey at www.MinnesotaVeteran.org.
LinkVet
LinkVet simplifies the identification of services for veterans and their families. During business hours, trained MDVA staff will provide information on veterans’ benefits, healthcare, education, and reintegration. The line will roll to Crisis Connection counselors for 24-hour, seven days a week coverage (including holidays) for immediate crisis intervention and psychological counseling. For more information on LinkVet, click here or call 1-888-546-5838.
Minnesota GI Bill
The Minnesota GI Bill program provides postsecondary educational assistance to eligible Minnesota veterans, and to the children and spouses of deceased or severely disabled Minnesota Veterans. For eligibility requirements and financial assistance information, click here or call 651-642-0567.
Email Newsletters
The MDVA now offers e-mail lists to keep you informed of veteran issues in Minnesota. To sign up for the newsletters, click here or call 1-888-546-5838.
Again, thank you to all our service people and their families. The people of our great nation are forever indebted to you.
-Tim
News Items
- 2013 Legislative Survey Results - (Posted: May 14 2013 10:16AM)
- Legislative Update from Rep. Sanders - (Posted: Mar 14 2013 12:00AM)
- Budget Outlook Improves - (Posted: Mar 1 2013 5:38PM)
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