Veterans

New Jersey's Assembly Bill A750 aims to boost police recruitment by allowing veterans to deduct two years from their age eligibility. This initiative broadens the candidate pool while maintaining high hiring standards, potentially creating new opportunities for veteran contractors and impacting procurement strategies in police hiring and training.

New Jersey has approved a bill to track military-connected students, prompting opportunities for education technology and support services. Concurrent legislation aims to bolster veteran benefits, suggesting increased funding for related providers. This initiative signals significant contracting potential for businesses in these sectors.

Mayor Karen Bass inaugurated a 100% affordable housing development for veterans in Koreatown. This project is a significant part of Los Angeles' strategy to tackle veteran homelessness and expand affordable housing options citywide.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs awarded **$710,550** to support free transportation services for rural veterans in North Dakota. This funding addresses significant healthcare access challenges in remote areas and highlights broader legislative efforts to reauthorize and expand eligibility under the Highly Rural Transportation Grants program.