[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 121 (Thursday, July 25, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H4930]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING NATIONAL HIRE A VETERAN DAY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor today as 
National Hire a Veteran Day. This day is crucial to the spirit and 
health of both America's veterans and our communities.
  Set aside to raise awareness of the unique skills and valuable 
abilities of servicemembers after military service, we must use this 
day to recognize the sacrifice and strength of our veterans. Qualities 
like dedication, determination, and tenacity are highly valuable in 
America's private and public sectors. These features are fostered 
during military service and can be helpful in nonmilitary employment.
  As 200,000 military members retire and become veterans each year, 
more and more qualified potential employees are eligible to join the 
greater American workforce.
  As we look to hire, let us not forget the sacrifices made by our 
servicemembers. Each and every one of them, having defended our great 
country, deserve the opportunity to create a unique and positive impact 
in the workforce. Their dedication, determination, and tenacity are not 
just skills but a testament to their commitment.

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