[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 132 (Friday, August 2, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1026]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE VETERANS' MENTOR GROUP OF OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WISCONSIN

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 2019

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the hard 
work, dedication, and outstanding service of Veterans' Mentor Group in 
Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
  Since its creation in 2015, Veterans' Mentor Group has assisted 
countless veterans in Northeast Wisconsin navigate the struggles of 
transitioning to civilian life. The group's success is evident as three 
graduates of the program are now members of the group's leadership 
team. Along with founding members Bill and Beverly, Thomas Barrett, 
Scott Hutchings, Michael Gawel, and Rodney Schreiber work to ensure 
Outagamie County Veterans feel supported and connected. I am confident 
its members will continue to help many more veterans as the program 
grows.
  Veterans' Mentor Group consists of volunteer veterans and partners 
within Outagamie County who share and understand the experiences of 
military service. The group assists veterans with their basic needs, as 
well as engaging in socialization and reintegration back into their 
communities. I am proud to have a veteran-run organization in my 
district that strives to help fellow veterans. The volunteers of 
Veterans' Mentor Group truly demonstrate what it means to engage in 
selfless service.
  The Veterans' Mentor Group also assists the Veteran Treatment Court 
in Outagamie County and increasing veterans' awareness of resources and 
benefit programs. Bill Trombley, along with Beverly Weber, Todd Raley, 
and Jason Laber, worked hard to ensure this support program for 
veterans in Outagamie County became a success. Their efforts and 
commitment are integral in creating this successful program.
  Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this body to join me in 
applauding Veterans' Mentor Group, its board, and its veteran volunteer 
mentors for their service to veterans in Northeast Wisconsin.

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