Veterans Services, Dept. of - As enacted, requires the department to conduct a study that includes an evaluation of county veterans service office resources; the identification of underserved areas; operational capacity; local outreach efforts, community outreach events, partnerships, and other entities providing, or sources of, assistance for veterans at the local level; and the identification of potential funding mechanisms to support local veterans service offices; requires the department ...

Summary

The bill directs the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services to evaluate county veterans service offices, identify gaps, and propose funding options, with a final report due Dec. 31, 2026. It also amends state law to define hiring, training, salary, and oversight requirements for county veterans service officers and representatives. The changes aim to improve veteran assistance at the local level.

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