2022 Veterans Stand Down

September 20, 2022
We owe our veterans both our thanks and support. As a Navy veteran, I have always worked to treat my comrades-in-arms well, as they deserve. Through my role as a state representative, I have sponsored millions of dollars' worth of improvements to the Danbury War Memorial for its roof and HVAC and electrical systems.  Connecticut offers many services to those who have served. So I'm pleased when it is put to use for veterans.

In an effort to connect military personnel and veterans to helpful state services and community-based nonprofits, the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs will hold its annual Veterans Stand Down on Friday, September 23 from 8AM to 2 PM. The one-day event will be held at five regional locations:

The Connecticut Department of Transportation and local service providers will offer transportation to the event.

Additional information about the Stand Down is available here.

If you cannot make it to this event, you can find programs and resources for veterans on the DVA website.

Connecticut's veterans and active military personnel deserve our support and appreciation. From guaranteeing in-state tuition for CT veterans to creating a new local-option property tax exemption, I was proud to have voted in favor of laws that will benefit this community.

Thank you to Danbury's own Tom Saadi, the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs, as well as all those who have served and continue to serve our state.