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Panel lays over bill to fund services targeted to Black veterans; sponsor says bill will be refined
Summary
House File 1516, proposing state funding for programs targeted at Black veterans’ mental health, housing and employment supports, was laid over after sponsors were asked to clarify budget details and avoid overlap with existing federal benefits.
House File 1516, presented April 2 by Representative Jeff Clardy, would fund programs aimed at improving outcomes for Black veterans, including mental‑health care, job training, housing assistance and education. Testimony emphasized historical disparities faced by Black veterans and argued targeted, culturally competent services are needed.
Dr. Sean Payton, a former U.S. Air Force officer and psychologist, said the…
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