TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Jim Whelan and Bob Gordon which would direct the New Jersey Turnpike Authority to establish the Helmets to Hardhats pilot program to help former military personnel find employment in the construction industry was approved today by the General Assembly, concurring with the Governor’s recommendations.
“The men and women of our armed forces have fought courageously to protect our freedom overseas,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “As the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are winding down, these service men and women will be returning home and looking for work. Helmets to Hardhats is a great way to welcome them back to New Jersey and to thank them for their service in a meaningful way with a job opportunity and a career.”
