Vermonters have a long and proud tradition of military service, and our state has a history of contributing far in excess of its size to the defense of our nation. When a war is over and our brave veterans return home, it is our most solemn obligation to keep our promise and ensure they have the services and resources they require to succeed. I have long believed that the cost of the war must include the cost of caring for the warrior. That is why I have promoted policies that support veterans by modernizing and streamlining health care systems within the Veterans Administration, improving and expanding educational and workforce training programs for veterans, and supporting veteran-owned businesses.

2009

• 7/28/09 - House passes, Welch supports legislation to help disabled veterans
• 6/30/09 - Welch and Duckworth kick off Post-9/11 GI Bill at Champlain College event
• 6/24/09 - Welch supports legislation to improve services and benefits for veterans
• 6/4/09 - Welch calls on Sec. Shinseki to reconsider outsourcing of VA services from Vermont
• 4/22/09 - House passes Welch-authored resolution honoring Captain Richard Phillips and the U.S. Navy
• 4/22/09 - Welch introduces House Resolution honoring Capt. Phillips and the U.S. Navy
• 4/15/09 - Welch announces $792,000 grant for Vermont National Guard
• 4/6/09 - Welch seeks funding for 29 Vermont projects 
• 4/1/09 - Welch supports, House passes legislation to help veterans
• 3/18/09 - Welch brings Vermont voices to budget hearing
• 3/5/09 - Welch presents his veterans' job training bill to committee
• 1/15/09 - Welch reacts to release of economic stimulus details
• 1/9/09 - Congressional Delegation Nominates 19 Vermont Students to Service Academies