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Congresswoman Chellie Pingree 12:15PM
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Congresswoman Chellie Pingree discussed the critical role of federal programs in supporting veterans, particularly in Maine, where 10% of the population are veterans, with 50% being over 65. She highlighted the challenges faced by the VA, including insufficient practitioners and long wait times for services. Pingree emphasized the importance of federal funding to meet veterans’ needs and the priority given to veterans in federal hiring, with about 15% of federal jobs going to veterans. She also mentioned the impact of the current government shutdown on veterans’ paychecks and the need for continued support for their unique skills and training.
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