A bipartisan resolution introduced on Oct. 30 by U.S. Reps. Young Kim (R-CA) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) would recognize the nation’s nearly two million veteran-owned businesses that generate more than $1 trillion annually in revenue and employ roughly five million workers across the country.
“Veteran entrepreneurs are heroes who not only served our country in uniform but also serve their communities, creating jobs and supporting our local economies,” Rep. Kim said. “We must have the backs of the brave men and women in our military who had ours.”
“Many veterans continue to contribute to our communities, using their leadership skills as small business owners,” said Congressman Fitzpatrick. “Our veterans had our backs as they fought for our freedom, and we must support them as they contribute to our local economies. I’m proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues in recognizing Veterans Small Business Week.”
The members signed on as two of 13 original cosponsors of House Resolution 824, which is sponsored by U.S. Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) to support the goals and ideals of National Veterans Small Business Week. U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) is among the other cosponsors.
“I’m proud to join in introducing this bipartisan resolution to honor National Veterans Small Business Week and show our appreciation for veteran-owned businesses,” said Rep. Kim. “I’ll keep fighting on the Financial Services Committee to reduce regulatory costs for small business owners and ensure all Americans have the resources they need to make their American dream a reality.”
The Small Business Administration, which serves thousands of United States military veterans, service-disabled veterans, women veterans, and military spouses annually, is hosting events now through Nov. 3 honoring National Veterans Small Business Week.
The week of Oct. 30 through Nov. 3 would be an appropriate time to celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week, according to the text of the resolution.
“Our district is home to over 35,000 veterans who drive our local economy in a strong small business state,” said Rep. Crow. “This Veterans Small Business Week, I’m glad to continue our bipartisan work to empower veterans and their families with the resources needed to build thriving small businesses.”