On Purple Heart Day, we recognize the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of all Purple Heart recipients. Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all. According to the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, more than 1.8 million Purple Heart medals have been presented to service members since the award was created in 1782 to recognize their bravery.
To learn more about the history of the Purple Heart Medal and its recipients, Visit this Website.
Rep. Coffey’s Bill Supporting Children of Veterans Passes House Unanimously
Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is happy to see his bill, which increases access to college scholarships for children of U.S. military veterans, pass through the Illinois House of Representatives with support from both sides of the aisle. House Bill 4733 passed unanimously with a roll call of 112-0. Continue reading…
