Takac bill to provide veterans more efficient access to resources to be signed by Shapiro
Rep. Paul Takac July 12, 2024 | 11:47 AM
HARRISBURG, July 12 – Legislation (H.B. 1086) that will help connect veterans with government and community resources is on its way to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature, the bill’s prime sponsor, state Rep. Paul Takac, D-Centre, announced today.
Takac’s bill updates state law to allow the state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to transmit information from the voluntary Veterans Registry to providers and community outreach partners that participate with the Pennsylvania VETConnect Program.
“With the enactment of this simple, but important, bill, we are not just updating state law, we are reaffirming our unwavering commitment to those who have worn our nation's uniform,” Takac said. “By streamlining the transmission of information from the voluntary Veterans Registry to our dedicated partners in the Pennsylvania VETConnect Program, we are enhancing our ability to reach out, connect, and deliver vital services to our veterans and their families more efficiently and effectively than ever before.
“In addition, earlier this year, the House passed my resolution creating a Pennsylvania Task Force on Agent Orange and Other Toxins in order to ensure that all eligible veterans are aware of and receiving the benefits they deserve. And I am proud to announce that I was recently appointed to that Task Force by Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton,” Takac added.
“These are not merely legislative actions but are tangible demonstrations of our gratitude and respect for our veterans' service and sacrifice. Together, we are working to build stronger support networks and ensure that our heroes receive the recognition and care they so richly deserve."