Kuster Stands up for Granite State Veterans, Pushes for Bipartisan Legislation To Improve Access to Care

Press Release

Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) announced her support for a slate of bipartisan bills to benefit Granite State veterans. A strong advocate for our nation's service members and their families, Kuster has recently endorsed four bipartisan bills to ensure the men and women who serve our country in uniform receive the benefits, respect, and resources they deserve.

"Our nation's veterans and their families have made incredible sacrifices for our country, and it is essential that we honor their patriotism with the respect and benefits they have earned," said Rep. Kuster. "As the daughter of a WWII veteran and POW, advocating for our Granite State men and women in uniform is personal to me. I am proud to advocate for this slate of legislation and will continue to bring the voices of our veterans and service members to Congress."

Kuster has recently signed onto the following bills to support our nation's veterans:

H.R.7560, the Sexual Harassment Independent Investigations and Prosecution Act
This legislation seeks to provide for the independent investigation and prosecution of sexual harassment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
H.R.7272, the Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2022
This legislation will amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to expand the eligibility of disabled veterans to receive supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits.
H.R.7041, the Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to create the Certificate of Military Service. The Certificate of Military service will be a standard record of military service for all members of active and reserve components of the armed forces to encompass all duty, including that of National Guard and Coast Guard duty.
H.R.7144, regarding Armed Forces housing feedback
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to develop a feedback tool through which members of the Armed Forces and their spouses may anonymously identify, rate, and compare housing under the jurisdiction of DOD, including privatized military housing.

Rep. Kuster is a strong voice for our nation's men and women in uniform. Earlier this year, she sent a letter urging VA Secretary Denis McDonough to reconsider recommendations that would impact Granite State veterans who live in rural parts of New Hampshire and the North Country.

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