Colorado is lucky to have a large number of uniformed and veteran soldiers in the state; however, we do not always support our veterans the way they deserve to be supported. My son’s service in the US Navy and subsequent experience as a veteran in Colorado opened my eyes to problems many of our veterans face. Many veterans return from service only to realize that benefits they had been promised are inaccessible due to frustrating red tape and government policies that prevent the services from being utilized.
I have worked to make the transition to civilian life easier for veterans by supporting programs to train and place them in the workforce. Recently, I supported legislation to provide veterans with an opportunity to receive on-the-site training and employment with partnering Colorado businesses. I also served on the state task force for veteran nursing where I worked to improve multiple facilities that were failing to make minimum requirements to serve our veterans.
I have worked to make the transition to civilian life easier for veterans by supporting programs to train and place them in the workforce. Recently, I supported legislation to provide veterans with an opportunity to receive on-the-site training and employment with partnering Colorado businesses. I also served on the state task force for veteran nursing where I worked to improve multiple facilities that were failing to make minimum requirements to serve our veterans.