Mike Michaud: “I would argue that fixing mental health services is among the most important area.”

We see a decline in opioid use. We see a decline in suicide. And I think that is obviously good for the veteran.

There is no better way to overcome a trickle of doubt than with a flood of naked truth.

And so our bill, the PAWS Act, takes these veterans, particularly the ones that have severe Post-Traumatic Stress, and authorizes a small amount of funding so that the VA can pair them with specially trained service dogs.

We are addressing the skill gap between veterans and employers who are seeking employees with industry-recognized credentials.