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Rep. Glenn: Michigan Senate unanimously approves plan to strengthen local services for military veterans
RELEASE|June 3, 2021

Rep. Annette Glenn’s proposal to continue and strengthen local services for military veterans in their home communities was unanimously approved by the Michigan Senate today.

Glenn’s legislation revises criteria for a county veteran service fund helping local offices across Michigan deliver services. The plan waives certain “maintenance of effort” spending level requirements on county programs for veterans and provides more flexibility on how grant money can be spent.

Glenn said the changes are necessary because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which altered needs and delivery of services in many Michigan counties over the past year.

“These important changes will ensure local-level services for our military heroes are  flexible and meet their evolving needs moving forward,” said Glenn, R-Midland. “I’m glad to see this measure win broad bipartisan support, and I’m hopeful it will be signed into law soon.”

Glenn’s legislation will make it easier for a county to provide direct financial assistance through its veteran service operation. The measure also expands the types of allowable expenditures if they are determined to be necessary and proper.

The Senate approved the proposal by a 36-0 vote. The House approved the bill by a 108-1 vote in March. After a final concurrence vote expected soon, the measure will be sent to Gov. Whitmer for consideration.

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