Veterans with low disability ratings see higher income than non-disabled peers, but individuals with significant health issues lag far behind.
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.
Today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the recipients of $300,000 in Veterans in Agriculture Grants to connect military veterans to opportunities in farming. Adjutant General of Pennsylvania Major General Mark Schindler joined Redding to make the announcement during Military Appreciation Day at the 108th Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Veterans can get up to $40,000 in life insruance coverage through the program regardless of their health status.
Leksie Boese, who lives in Bismarck, North Dakota, earns $5,000 veteran scholarship from Sanford Health to use at college.
Students from Hall-Dale High School engaged with and learned from the experiences of four distinguished military veterans on Dec. 15. This event provided a platform for high school students to gain firsthand insights into the challenges and triumphs of those who have served in the armed forces.