This Week From Del. Matt Fariss

The mental health crisis being faced by our Veterans has been a crucial issue that needed to be addressed in our Commonwealth. That’s why we passed legislation that creates within the Department of Veteran Services a Suicide Prevention Coordinator to support and closely coordinate effective care services for military service members and veterans and their families.

We also instructed the Secretary of Transportation to work with DVS to promote CDL and other certification opportunities for our veterans, so that they can continue to find good work when their active-duty service is over. It’s a small thing, but it’s another way for us to thank you for your service to our country and Commonwealth. 

I’ve included some other bills that impact veterans that some might find of additional interest. You may also visit www.lis.virginia.gov for more information on the bills attached, or any other bill that was presented this year. 

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