Walorski, Brownely Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Veteran Entrepreneurs and Veteran Small Business Owners

Statement

Today, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-IN) and Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-CA) announced the recent introduction of the Veteran Entrepreneurs Act, legislation to help support veteran entrepreneurs by reducing barriers to starting a small business.

"Our nation's veterans are leaders and innovators," said Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. "Who better to start businesses, create jobs, and grow our economy than those who bravely served our country? This bipartisan legislation will uplift our local small business community, and it will equip servicemembers to achieve the American Dream that they fought to protect. I am grateful to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to help provide the support our veterans earned."

"Our servicemembers gain invaluable experience and skills during their service that can be highly beneficial to establish business ventures for these men and women when they transition to civilian life," said Congresswoman Julia Brownley. "The Veteran Entrepreneurs Act will help our nation's veterans access the resources they need to be successful in the current job market by lowering upfront costs for veterans operating small businesses. I am proud to co-author this bipartisan legislation with Congresswoman Walorski to help more veterans achieve their dream of becoming entrepreneurs and small business owners, while growing our local economies in communities across our country."

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