Senator Jon Tester Veterans Advocate When it Comes to Veterans Bipartisian is the operative word
From rural Montana to Capital Hill Senator Jon Tester is third-generation farmer, a proud grandfather and a former school teacher who has deep roots in hard work, responsibility and accountability. he serves on many committees including the Senate Appropriations Committee which is one of the most influential committees in Congress.Senator Tester brings the Montana values of accountability, responsibility and transparency to his work. His work on the subcommittees, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (Vice-Chair) has given Tester the reputation as the Veterans Advocatewww.veterans.senate.gov
Living up to the promises made to the heroes who served our nation in the military is Senator Tester's first priority in his work on the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee. In addition to securing better physical and mental health care for veterans and their families, this committee considers policy related to pensions, vocational training, education, and other matters.
A quick glance at the Senators Advocacy for Veterans:
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
TESTER, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE BILL TO HOLD VA ACCOUNTABLE FOR ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORD MODERNIZATION ROLLOUT
Legislation Will Require Responsible Oversight of $16 Billion Plan
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
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TESTER ASKS ZINKE TO SUPPORT LIFETIME NATIONAL PARK PASS FOR VETERANS
Senator Highlights Bill to Create Veteran Lifetime Pass As Interior Department Seeks Entrance Fee Hike at National Parks
OCTOBER 30, 2017
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TESTER HONORS MONTANA WOMEN OF WORLD WAR I
Senator: Their Service and Actions Helped Change the Course of History
OCTOBER 26, 2017
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TESTER SENDS 8TH BILL TO TRUMP FOR SIGNATURE
Senator’s Bipartisan Bill Boosts Benefits for Disabled Veterans, Gold Star Families
OCTOBER 19, 2017
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TESTER INTRODUCES BILL TO SUPPORT GOLD STAR FAMILIES
Legislation Would Increase Survivor Benefits to Honor Those Who Died in Service to Nation
OCTOBER 11, 2017
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TESTER: DON’T PUT VETERANS ON HOLD
As Calls Flood White House’s Veteran Hotline, Senator Demands VA Respond to Veterans