CA SB519

Creates the Veteran Task Force to reverse the trend of veterans and military transition members leaving California to reside and work in other states

Task force membership includes representatives from 8 state agencies (Veterans Affairs, Employment Development Department, Highway Patrol, Military Department, and others), legislative committee chairs, higher education representatives, and 13 stakeholder organizations including labor unions, veteran organizations, and business groups

VetFund Foundation representative serves as chairperson and San Diego Military Advisory Council representative serves as vice chairperson; members receive no compensation

Task force must examine existing veteran benefits, military transition assistance, license portability for military spouses, childcare availability, affordable housing, tax relief, and veteran-owned business support

Task force may establish working groups with internal or external members to assist in its work