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ATLANTIC CITY – A bill sponsored by Senator Jim Whelan which will make it easier for returning veterans to become public school teachers was signed into law today by Acting Governor Kim Guadagno at a ceremony at the National Guard Armory in Atlantic City.

“New Jersey’s military veterans have risked their lives in combat zones around the world to protect America from its enemies abroad,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “The men and women who are currently serving or have served their country through military service deserve a level of support when they come home, and their commitment to service could be a shining example to our State’s young people. By establishing a program to transition our veterans from the combat zone to the classroom, we’re living up to our commitment to support our troops, and we’re giving them an opportunity to continue to serve by educating the leaders of tomorrow.”

TRENTON – A pair of bills sponsored by Senator Jim Whelan which would make it easier for returning veterans to become public school teachers, and would allow New Jerseyans to appropriately honor fallen heroes were passed in two different Senate committees today.

“Our State’s active duty military service members and veterans have sacrificed so much in the name of protecting American freedom abroad,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “These folks have given of their time, talents, and in some cases, have paid the ultimate price in service to their fellow countrymen. These bills would recognize the sacrifices, and pay tribute to the brave men and women who serve or have served in the armed forces.”