As a retired Air Force Reservist and the first Mississippian to ever serve on the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, I understand the issues affecting our nation’s veterans. My father is a World War II veteran, and my son was in the Air Force. We have a responsibility to take care of those who have sacrificed to protect the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. During my service in the U.S. House of Representatives, I coauthored the bill that gave the Department of Veterans Affairs the largest funding increase in history. In the Senate, I am continuing to fight to make sure our nation’s veterans receive the highest quality of medical care possible. I also supported legislation to expand the education benefits included in the Montgomery G.I. Bill, giving veterans even more opportunities as they leave the service and transition into civilian life.

Date Title
8/1/16 Wicker Raises Awareness About Veteran Suicide
7/14/16 Funding for Veterans, Zika Blocked Again by Senate Democrats
6/28/16 Wicker: Democrats Block Funding for Veterans, Zika
6/14/16 Wicker: Senate Advances National Defense Bill
5/27/16 Wicker Statement for Memorial Day
5/26/16 Wicker Highlights Importance of Annual Defense Bill
5/20/16 Wicker: Senate Advances Funding for Veterans, Military Construction Projects
5/13/16 Wicker Champions Mississippi Priorities in Defense Bill
1/19/16 Miss. Delegation Statement Regarding VA Secretary, McDougall Appointment
12/18/15 Wicker: Mississippi Priorities Funded by Spending Bill