Wenstrup Introduces “Dual Service Recognition” Resolution in U.S. HouseAhead of Veterans Day this year, Congressman Brad Wenstrup introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize and honor veterans who now serve as first responders and law enforcement officials in their communities. Known as Dual Service Recognition Day, House Resolution 516 mi... READ MORE
Union Twp. man recognized for two decades of serviceAfter more than two decades of service, Chris Smith was recently honored by the Clermont County Commissioners. The award which was given to Smith by both the commissioners and U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-2nd District) was in recognition of Smith’s length and variety of service in the community. Smith... READ MORE
VA Provider Equity Act Achieves Major MilestoneThe VA Provider Equity Act (HR 3016) took a big step forward today when it was unanimously approved by the full House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The APMA-driven legislation became the vehicle for roughly 30 other bills during today’s hearing, creating a new omnibus bill that addresses several V... READ MORE
Local military veterans honoredOWENSVILLE – After serving the U.S. in WWII, Vietnam and the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, local military veterans were honored in a medals ceremony at Pattison Park. The ceremony organized by the Clermont County Veterans Services Commission honored 10 veterans in the Aug. 26 ceremony. Brad Wenstr... READ MORE
Wenstrup Touts VA Budget Fix and Further ReformsThe House of Representatives is again tackling reforms at the Department of Veterans Affairs, passing 2 bills to insert accountability, streamline health care options, and exempt veterans from Obamacare regulations that hindered employment opportunities. Congressman Brad Wenstrup supported the moves... READ MORE
Wenstrup lauded for support of veteran’s ID cardThere are occasions where common sense and simple solutions are possible. It’s a bit shocking to learn one of the biggest frustrations for veterans is a lack of a standard veteran’s ID card. Under the current law, if you are not eligible to receive a VA issued ID card, your DD-214 form related to di... READ MORE
Tackling Further VA Reforms, House Doctors seek to Update VA Podiatry PolicyVA Provider Equity Act, H.R. 3016 In another step towards reforming the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to reduce wait times and increase quality of care, doctors on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee introduced the bi-partisan VA Provider Equity Act to increase access to care for millions ... READ MORE
Congress at WarElected office and military service have always been closely linked in American politics. But increasingly, when issues like sending troops to Syria or making deals with Iran come to the floor in Congress, they’re decided by a majority of members who have never served themselves. In the late 1970s, ... READ MORE
Wenstrup leads tour of Cincinnati VAUS. Rep. Brad Wenstrup accompanied a fellow House member Tuesday on a tour of the Cincinnati VA Medical Center and the two lawmakers said the rest of the veterans' health system could learn from the Corryville facility. "There are things they are doing here that could be shared around the country," ... READ MORE
Neuroswitch changing lives for severely disabled veteransCINCINNATI (Josh Knight) -- A local company made it possible for severely disabled veterans to communicate. Its bionic technology called "Neuroswitch." It's changing lives for those who can't speak and for their families. It's more or less a simple sticker; put it on and the small electrodes can act... READ MORE |
