Honoring Our Veterans on Veterans Day

Floor Speech

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Ms. ADAMS. Mr. Speaker, next Wednesday is Veterans Day, a day when we honor the brave men and women who served our great Nation.

North Carolina is home to more than 800,000 veterans, and I have the privilege of representing more than 37,000 of them who live in the 12th Congressional District.

I am the proud daughter, granddaughter, niece, and sister of veterans, so I understand the sacrifices that our veterans and their families make.

No veteran should have to jump unnecessary hurdles to receive the benefits promised to them. That is why I introduced the Veterans Benefits Network Act. In the coming days, I will also be introducing legislation to help veterans get closer to achieving the American Dream of entrepreneurship.

Our veterans risk their lives to protect our freedom and our democracy, and we must all remain committed to make sure that they have the resources needed to make a successful transition into civilian life.

Access to quality health care, affordable education, and good-paying jobs should be guaranteed to all who serve honorably in our Armed Forces.

This Veterans Day and every day, we honor the selfless service and sacrifices made by our veterans. It is my honor to be a voice for veterans in this Congress.

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