John Mica: “Mr. Speaker, the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act of 1996 provides much needed protection to our veterans. It…”

“Mr. Speaker, the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act of 1996 provides much needed protection to our veterans. It provides an effective redress system, and it expands job opportunities for those who have served this Nation honorably in our Armed Forces. I urge my colleagues to join me in passing this important bill today. Finally, Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the service of the distinguished gentleman from Mississippi, Mr. Sonny Montgomery, who will be leaving this body soon. He has chaired the Committee on Veterans' Affairs over many years and led the Nation's efforts to recognize and serve its veterans. Mr. Speaker, I urge again the passage of this legislation for all our veterans.”