IL SR0662

Illinois Senate resolution congratulating the Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County on its 100th anniversary

Founded on May 27, 1926 under the Illinois Military Veterans Assistance Act to create a county-based veteran support system governed by veterans themselves

Provides services including emergency financial assistance, housing support, transportation, employment resources, and advocacy to veterans and their families

Has assisted thousands of veterans from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces across multiple conflicts including World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, and Global War on Terror

Copies of the resolution to be presented to the Commission in Gurnee and Superintendent Andrew Tangen