WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today at the weekly press conference with Republican leaders, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) discussed the House’s relentless legislative efforts to get people back to work, including passing the Hire More Heroes Act to encourage employers to hire more of our nation’s veterans.

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The following are Congresswoman Jenkins’ remarks:

“Last week many of us spent time at home in our districts honoring and paying tribute to our veterans.

“Unfortunately, the Bureau of Labor statistics has reported showing that are young veterans, especially those of the 9/11 era are struggling more with unemployment than the majority of our workforce.

“That is why the House has been focused like a laser on helping people back to work and helping this economy get back on firm financial footing and we passed the Hire More Heroes Act over to the Senate.

“We are calling upon the Senate to take up that piece of legislation. America’s veterans should not have to wait for a new Senate to be seated in January to receive some help.

“These veterans deserve an opportunity. So whether it’s increasing their opportunities for better healthcare, better mental health, holding the VA accountable, or getting a good job, we are going to help them with that.”

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