Mike Michaud: “Non-VA care has been a priority topic of this committee for many years.”

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.

VETS is committed to reducing veterans' unemployment nationally by helping each veteran through individual services.

I greatly appreciate that we are all partners in promoting opportunities for veterans and in protecting their rights.