Southwest Montana News

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) expressed his support for veterans and acknowledged Governor Gianforte's Invest in Veterans Week initiative during his address on the House Floor.

In his remarks, Rep. Rosendale stated, "Today, I rise to celebrate this week as Invest in Veterans Week, as proclaimed by Montana Governor Gianforte." He highlighted the significant presence of veterans in Montana, mentioning that "nearly 9% of the Treasure State's population is made up of veterans," with over 78,000 veterans residing in the state, making it the fifth-highest population of veterans per capita in the country.

Emphasizing the contributions of veterans to the economy, Rep. Rosendale noted, "Businesses owned by veterans employ over 5 million people and generate over $1 trillion in revenue annually." He underscored the importance of investing in veterans beyond a designated week, stating, "By investing in our veterans, we're able to provide them with the resources that they need to continue to use their exceptional talents and skills that benefit all of us investing in our veterans should not be limited to just this week, but it should be our mission all year round."

In conclusion, Rep. Rosendale thanked the Speaker and affirmed his commitment by saying, "Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker; I yield back."