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TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Jim Whelan which would permit counties to create identification cards for veterans living within the county, in order to allow them to more easily access special discounts and other offers extended to individuals who have served in the military was approved by the Senate today by a vote of 39-0.

“In order to properly recognize the sacrifices and service of the men and women who’ve served in the nation’s Armed Forces, many businesses in New Jersey – and even some local governments – have created discount programs and courtesies intended for veterans,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “While the county-issued ‘proof of service’ ID card won’t be sufficient proof to qualify a veteran for official benefits like property tax deductions or education benefits, it will make life a little easier for vets trying to access courtesy programs intended for them. This is a matter of convenience for New Jersey’s veterans who’ve fought to protect our nation’s interests abroad.”

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Jim Whelan which would permit counties to create identification cards for veterans living within the county, in order to allow them to more easily access special discounts and other offers extended to individuals who have served in the military, was unanimously approved by the Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee today.

“In recognition of the sacrifices made by the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces, many businesses – and even some local governments – provide discounts and other courtesies specifically for veterans,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “Through this legislation, we’re creating a ‘proof of service’ ID card which, while it won’t be used to claim official benefits, should be enough for veterans to take advantage of the other benefits to which they’re entitled. This legislation is about making life a little easier for our vets, and allowing them to more easily access courtesies offered to them.”