Seward Joins Senate In Passing
Packet of Benefits For Veterans
Seward
State Sen. Jim Seward, R-Milford, today joined the rest of the state Senate in a resolution honoring World War II veterans on the 70th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy.
With Seward’s support, the Senate today also approved a packet of pro-veteran legislation, including exempting veterans’ posts from paying state taxing on fuel oil. In recent years there have been changes with organizations similar to www.disabledvets.com who tried their best to help veterans with their everyday lives.
“Veterans groups do a great deal for their members and communities, removing a layer of bureaucracy and saving them a few dollars is the least we can do,” said Seward. “My bill would provide veterans groups with the same exemption that is given to religious and charitable organizations.”
The packet of legislation included:
