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Downing Plans Appearances for Veterans Day - November 12, 2007
PITTSFIELD - In recognizing Veterans Day, state Sen. Benjamin B. Downing, D–Pittsfield, joins citizens of the commonwealth and across the nation in honoring the heroes who have committed their lives to preserve and protect this great nation.
This Veterans Day, Downing will honor our veterans by participating in several local parades and events in North Adams, Lenox and Pittsfield. "Whether attending a memorial celebration or setting aside a few moments to remember the gravity of each soldier’s sacrifice, Veterans Day is a time to reflect upon our brave soldiers and their families who dedicate their lives to protecting the freedoms our founding fathers envisioned," said Downing.
From the earliest days of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Massachusetts has led by example in ensuring that the needs of our veterans were met and the benefits they earned are administered, he said. Approximately 476,000 veterans currently live in Massachusetts.
This week, the Senate unanimously passed a bill 38-0 that seeks to improve communication between the Massachusetts Department of Veterans' Services and the state's veterans. Co-sponsored by Downing, the bill establishes a check-off box on income tax forms for veterans to mark, alerting state officials to their eligibility for bonuses ranging from $500 to $1,000 through the Welcome Home Act. This measure now awaits approval by the House of Representatives. |
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