Cliff Stearns: “My bill, H.R. 3685, would simply require the Department of Veterans Affairs to have a drop-down menu entitled ``Veterans…”

“My bill, H.R. 3685, would simply require the Department of Veterans Affairs to have a drop-down menu entitled ``Veterans Employment'' on its home page. This drop menu would have links to VetSuccess, USA Jobs, Job Central and other appropriate employment Web sites. It also would require the Secretary of VA to advertise and promote the VetSuccess Web site and require direct outreach to veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. This bill comes out of many discussions I have had with the VA over the past couple of years. And while the VA has addressed some of my concerns, they continue to miss what I believe is the underlying reason for the bill--consumer service and usability. The VA should have a clear link that will take veterans to a listing of jobs based simply on zip code. Today, if you're a veteran and you're looking for a job, whether it is in the private sector or within the United States Government, it can be a daunting task.”