"Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas." Learn more about Juneteenth: https://hubs.la/Q02CrdrQ0
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Great news out of Governor Moore's office yesterday! This week, Governor Moore declared 2024 to be Maryland’s Year for Military Families! The Moore-Miller administration will introduce and support legislation that will benefit veterans and military families. The bills include: The Families Serve Act of 2024: allows for preferential hiring and promotion of military spouses by both private-sector employers and the state, including a ten-point credit on state hiring selection tests. The Time to Serve Act of 2024: expands military leave available to state employees who serve in the National Guard or military reserves from 15 days to 30 days. MDVA Name Change: renames the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs to the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families. https://lnkd.in/eVpUGz3V
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As an active military personnel or veteran in Virginia, various tax benefits are available to you. Read our article to learn about the different tax benefits available for active and retired military living in Virginia: https://ow.ly/Skb950QLXgx #deleonandstang #military #veterans #virginia #taxbenefits
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🌟 Join Us in Shaping Change! 🌟 Being part of the incredible Blue Star Families team advocating for military families is an honor beyond measure. But to truly make an impact, we need YOUR voice in the conversation. Together, we can't just raise issues; we can resolve them. 📢 Our work relies on your insights. Blue Star Families is conducting two vital surveys, and your input is invaluable and we ask that you take both surveys if they are applicable: 2024 Military Family Lifestyle Survey: Your chance to share what matters most and drive change on a national level. Your voice shapes our advocacy efforts. Share your thoughts here: https://lnkd.in/ePVYtNdZ Campaign for Inclusion Survey: If you're in Hampton Roads, VA; San Antonio, TX; Fort Gregg-Adams, VA; or Hill Air Force Base, UT, your input is pivotal for local change. Act now: https://bit.ly/43F0tgv2024 Your participation in these surveys isn't just about expressing opinions; it's about effecting tangible, grassroots change. Every insight you provide helps pave the way for better policies and support for military families nationwide. Let's make our voices heard, loud and clear. Together, we can create a brighter future for all military families. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the path forward. #CampaignforInclusion #DoYourPart #MilitaryFamilies #veterans #survey #militaryspouse #militaryappreciation 🌟🗣️ Jessica Strong Carlandra Moss, MBA Brooke Blaalid, MSW Karly Howell Tom Porter Anicia Myers Angie Cherikos Sally Velez Monique Street, AFC® Tim Jones, MBA, CDP Jaron Brown
Happy seersucker Thursday from the Hill! Blue Star Families is working hard to secure support for the quality of life needs of military families. This week, we're meeting with Congressional leaders alongside MSO friends to address the biggest concerns that military families are facing today. It's alarming that only 32% of military families would recommend military service now. #DoYourPart and take a moment to read about the plan under consideration. Then, ask your members of Congress to support our military families. Check out the details here: https://lnkd.in/ewqtzCt6 Kathy Roth-Douquet Brooke Blaalid, MSW Maddison Rafferty Marisa Donovan Jessica Strong Karly Howell Adriene Engstrom Ryan Brennan Ryan Callahan Lindsay Knight, PhD Jennifer Akin United States Senate Committee on Armed Services House Armed Services Committee Democrats House Armed Services Committee Republicans
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January's Advisory Group had the honor of testifying before the House State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Committee in Colorado before the end of the legislative session on Senate Bill 24-205 (SB24-205). Public policy like SB24-205 that focuses on social equity, accountability and consumer protections ensures #aiforall, not just for some. It protects small businesses from over-efficient algorithms that cut out clients and brings the focus on improving outcomes. 📢 Listen below to hear the public testimony. #responsibleai #inclusivedesign #inclusiveai #responsibledesign
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If you missed the Q&A session with the Colorado House State, Civic, Military, and Veterans Affairs Committee, listen below. January's Advisory Group, LLC gives a high-level overview on the business impact of bias in AI and algorithms. #inclusivedesign #increases #revenue #responsibleai #responsibledesign
Catch the Q&A session on revenue in closing racial & social equity gaps from the end of Colorado's legislative session. 🌟 January's Advisory Group, LLC presented a high-level business case for addressing discrimination in algorithms and AI to Representatives on the House State, Civic, Military, and Veterans Affairs Committee. 🌟 January Montaño, MPS, identifies blind spots and social equity gaps in algorithms that lead to significant revenue losses for businesses. #socialequityinvestments #closethegap #supportbusiness
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FRA Launches 2024 Survey on Military and Veterans Benefits As part of its mission to convey enlisted concerns to Capitol Hill, the FRA is conducting an online survey to determine the most crucial military and veteran benefits for active duty and Reserve personnel, retirees, veterans, and their families. The brief survey invites current and former members of the uniformed services, as well as their spouses, to rate various benefits and quality-of-life programs linked to their service to our nation. The FRA urges all current and former military personnel and their spouses to share opinions on the programs they value most. Survey responses and participant comments offer the legislative team vital reference information for Congressional testimony and one-on-one meetings with lawmakers and their staff. Survey results are shared with elected officials on Capitol Hill, key committee staff, and leaders within the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, and Veterans Affairs to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the enlisted sea service perspective. Access the survey at: https://lnkd.in/eziBcNyH Read more @ https://bit.ly/4acWT06 #Suurvey #concurrentreceipt #majorrichardstaract #PearlHarbor #VAHomeLoans #vaforeclosure #usnavy
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The nation’s nearly 19 million military veterans live in every state and territory—and they also serve in state legislatures. After the 2022 elections, NCSL identified at least 750 military veterans serving in the legislatures of the 50 states and five U.S. territories, accounting for 10% of the nation’s 7,383 state lawmakers. Learn more in today's #MapMonday: https://bit.ly/40qn26V
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Honoring women kicking butt in the military. I did not serve in the military but I did spend over 15 years working for the defense industy supporting the troops in defense of this nation. My mission now is to help those who support this nation to earn passive income and grow their net worth so that they can live the lives they have dreamed of. Ask me how real estate investing can help you Live The Dream. #realestateinvesting #multifamilyrealestate #multifamilyinvesting https://lnkd.in/ecUvCJn6
85K views · 396 reactions | Celebrating the role of women in America's military | Today we remember to salute all of the female service members who play an increasingly crucial role in the U.S. armed forces. | By Military Times | Facebook
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US military folks including air force, navy, army, space must have the group together study of each continent of the policy. It may need to requiring of law background as the background. Example of the EU policy or any of the policy influenced globally and US. It must have the constant update of the policy improvement and strategies. The purpose is protect US best interest and our allies with the nations related to the politically or legality issues policy improvement and strategies.
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Exactly right. Debate the issues at hand and policies a potential administration might implement to improve the nation. Similarly, Veteran service could use some light shining to understand how it adds to a person's potential capability and experience rather than being a nebulous entry on a resume. It's my hope that people can better understand that military service can vary from person to person pretty dramatically. Thus the experience and perspective of each Veteran can apply differently to a given organization. Ask questions!
This election is historic for yet another reason: it’s the first time two GWOT veterans - both enlisted, to boot - have been on a presidential ticket running against each other. They couldn’t be more opposite, politically speaking, but my hope is Senator Vance and Governor Walz create a precedent of sticking to substantive differences rather than attacking each other’s military service. With <1% of the U.S. population serving in our Armed Forces in a given year and ~5% of the total population being veterans, service should be commended.
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