Washington, May 6 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan issued the following press release:
Today, U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) introduced the Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act to smooth servicemembers' transition into civilian life, or the reserves, and ensure they get the support they and their families need.
Sens. Ossoff and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. Senate.
The new bill would designate a senior Department of Defense (DoD) official to serve as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense overseeing all programs and activities related to transitioning servicemembers. The official would also work in close coordination with the Secretaries of Veterans Affairs (VA), Labor, and Edu...