WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs has released a series of videos in which women Veterans describe their experiences serving in the military, ranging from their significant contributions to national safety and security to the challenges they faced during their service and after returning to civilian life. “These videos show the important contributions women have … [Read more...]
Obama Signs Veteran Tax Credits Into Law
November 21, 2011 Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama delivered a clear message today when he signed two new tax credits into law to increase the hiring of military veterans and wounded warriors. "For businesses out there, if you are hiring, hire a veteran," he said. "It's the right thing to do for you, it's the right thing to do for … [Read more...]
VA Announces “Badges for Vets” Contest
11/21/2011 White House Office of Communications WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the Badges for Vets contest for creating digital "badge" systems to help Veterans translate their military skills into civilian jobs. "We are looking for ways to make it easy for employers to see Veterans for who they are: highly qualified individuals in any job … [Read more...]
Free Meals for Military Members and Vets
A variety of restaurants and fast-food chains are offering free or discounted meals to active-duty, Reserve and retired military members and veterans in thanks for their service this Veterans Day. Most participating restaurants will require patrons to arrive in uniform or with some form of military identification, officials said. This can be a U.S. Uniform Service card, a … [Read more...]
Hire a Vet to Honor Veterans Day
By Donna Miles One of the best ways Americans can honor the nation's veterans this Veterans Day is by giving them a job. Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric K. Shinseki, Labor Secretary Hilda L. Solis and U.S. Small Business Administrator Karen G. Mills praised initiatives under way to support returning combat veterans, including those President Barack Obama announced … [Read more...]