Military Families
Our military forces are engaged around the world and the rapid
deployment of servicemembers (active duty, reservists and National
Guard) is taking a tremendous toll on families in the South Sound.
It is also causing a ripple effect in the rest of our community
including small businesses, our local law enforcement officials
and our local economy. South Puget Sound is feeling particularly
hard hit by the call up of active duty and reservists from Fort
Lewis and McChord.
I am proud to represent both bases, as well as the thousands
of military retirees, veterans, military families, and reservists
in our area. And as your Congressman, I am very concerned about
the effect deployment has on our families and our communities.
During these difficult times, please look to me as a resource.
I am always available to assist you in dealing with federal
agencies and am happy to do whatever I can to be a source of
information and assistance.
I have assembled a range of information on legal protections
for servicemembers while they are abroad, benefits available
to servicemembers and their families, education opportunities,
military pay and witholding, and other support resources for
you and your families. Click on the links below for information
relevant to your position within our nation's armed services:
If I can be of any help at any time, please don't hesitate
to call my office at (253) 896-3775 or (888) 746-8409
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