Congressman Crowley Holds Resources Forum with Community Veterans
(Queens, NY) – Yesterday, Congressman Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, was joined by NYC Department of Veterans’ Services Commissioner Loree Sutton, MD, Brigadier General (ret.), veterans’ rights advocates, and local experts on veterans’ issues to meet with veterans living in Queens and the Bronx to discuss the resources available to them within their community.
“We owe our veterans a debt we can never truly repay, and we must do more to support the heroes who have sacrificed so much for our nation,” saidCongressman Crowley. “Unfortunately, far too many of our veterans struggle to access affordable housing, health care, and other resources they need to thrive. It’s our responsibility, as elected officials and Americans, to do everything we can to give our heroes the support they need and deserve. I deeply appreciate Commissioner Sutton and her fellow veterans’ rights advocates for taking the time to share the resources former service members can access here in New York.”
“New York City honors its veterans and their families, not just for their selfless service in the military but for their invaluable contributions in their communities,” said Deputy Mayor Phil Thompson. “I applaud Congressman Crowley and Commissioner Sutton for their active engagement with veterans, their families, and the communities in which they live and their tireless efforts to serve those who have served our nation.”
“It is a honor and a privilege to be able to meet so many veterans and family members, as well as the many civilian allies that support New York City veterans, in the Queens community,” said Commissioner of the New York City Department of Veterans’ Services Loree Sutton, MD, Brigadier General (ret.).“Congressman Crowley has been a stalwart supporter of veterans in New York City, helping student veterans in particular with his Students LIVE Act. We at the Department of Veterans’ Services are proud to work alongside Congressman Crowley in finding ways to better serve and protect those who have so nobly served to protect us all.”
Nearly 90,000 veterans reside in Queens and the Bronx, some of whom struggle to secure affordable housing and access resources to help them navigate life back home. Congressman Crowley has prioritized the needs of veterans and former servicemembers living in New York City throughout his time in Congress. Last month, Crowley introduced his Students LIVE Act, legislation designed to helpstudent veterans find affordable housing and protect them from predatory landlords. The bill is a part of Crowley’s Better Deal plan for Queens and the Bronx, a comprehensive plan to improve the lives of working men, women, and former service members in New York’s 14th Congressional District.
In October, Congressman Crowley led the Queens Congressional delegation in demanding the Department of Veterans Affairs explore the rehabilitation and reopening of a crucial hospital facility for local veterans. He has also consistently led opposition to Republican proposals to cut services for veterans.
Chairman Crowley’s Better Deal plan for Queens and the Bronx can be read here.
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