Support the Elizabeth Dole Act: A Vital Step for Veterans

At the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV), we are committed to ensuring that veterans and their families receive the care, resources, and support they need. The Elizabeth Dole Act is a transformative piece of legislation aimed at addressing veteran homelessness, and we are proud to champion its passage.

This bill focuses on:

• Increasing funding for veteran housing programs
• Enhancing access to mental health services
• Providing job training and employment assistance
• Supporting veteran families

As the bill moves to the House for consideration, we are deeply grateful to the organizations that have already pledged their support. Their partnership is making a powerful statement about the importance of this legislation.

Thank You to Our Supporters
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to these organizations for standing with us:

• Axess Family Services
• CORT
• California Veterans Assistance Foundation
• Family & Community Services, Inc.
• HVAF of Indiana
• Operation Dignity
• Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans
• New Mexico Veterans Integration Centers
• New Visions Homeless Services
• Operation Homefront
• Riverside County Veteran Services
• Service Women’s Action Network
• Swords to Plowshares
• U.S.VETS
• USVETS Inglewood
• Veterans Inc.

How You Can Help

Your voice matters! By reaching out to your representatives, you can play a vital role in ensuring the Elizabeth Dole Act becomes law. Here’s how you can make an impact:

• Find Your Representative: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm
• Call Their Office: A quick call can make a huge difference. Use this script as a guide:

“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a constituent from [Your City/State]. I’m calling to urge Representative [Name] to support the Elizabeth Dole Act to address veteran homelessness. This legislation is critical to providing housing, mental health care, and job assistance for veterans. Thank you for your time and support!“

• Send an Email: Many representatives have contact forms on their websites. Copy the script above to easily make your case.
• Spread the Word: Share this blog post with your network to rally more support.

Join the Movement
The Elizabeth Dole Act represents a critical opportunity to create lasting change for veterans. Let’s work together to ensure its swift passage. Call your representatives today, and let them know veterans deserve nothing less than our full support.

Thank you for standing with us in this important fight. Together, we can make a difference.