65. Insure Veteran’s Benefits and Rights

WHEREAS the Maui County Democratic Party stands united in support of our troops at home and abroad,

WHEREAS the Maui County Democratic Party continues our long standing commitment to our veterans,

WHEREAS we believe the government should consistently and fairly keep its promises to our soldiers. 

Therefore The Maui County Democratic party directs its legislators the enact bills insuring:

• Adequate funding for veterans' health care.

• Enhanced specialized treatment and research for service-related illnesses such as mental illness, spinal cord injures, amputees, Agent Orange, and depleted uranium;

• A complete GI bill of rights, promoting and funding education, home loans, complete medical treatment, and start-up loans for small businesses;

• Military retirement pay and disability compensation can be received concurrently without a tax;

• Increased support to homeless veterans;

• The end to "stop loss" and forced continuation of military service past the time for which the soldier contracted.

• Protection from forced experimental vaccinations.