Veterans

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, on National K-9 Veterans Day, Representative John James (MI-10) announced the reintroduction of the Protecting America’s Working Dogs (PAW) Act. Rep. James had previously introduced the PAW Act in the 118th Congress. Currently, federal guidelines are murky for the fate of federal (Department of Defense, Border Patrol, Capitol Police, etc.) working… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Representative John James (MI-10) reintroduced the Reforming Education for Veterans Act. The bill provides servicemembers, particularly the men and women in the National Guard who are enrolled in a higher education institution, the opportunity to finish their classes on time. Rep. James originally introduced this legislation in 2024.… Read more »

Contact: Noah Sadlier (586)-498-7122 This evening, Representative John James (MI-10) held his sixth teletown hall, this time focused on veterans’ issues. Rep. James was joined by Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois. More than 12,600 veterans from Michigan’s Tenth District joined the call. Questions ranged from veterans' mental health to problems at the… Read more »

Contact: Noah Sadlier Today, Representative John James (MI-10) joined his West Point classmate and Democrat colleague Pat Ryan (D-NY) on Fox News to discuss legislation they recently introduced, the Veterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship Act. “We need more than just a profession but purpose, and smoothing that transition from combat and service out into the civilian… Read more »

Washington, D.C. – Representatives John James and Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.) introduced the Veterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship Act. The bill makes pre-apprenticeship programs eligible for veteran education benefits such as the post-9/11 GI Bill. This legislation seeks to create opportunities by removing barriers for veterans seeking well-paying jobs after their service.  Read more »

Contact: Abby Mitch Rep. John James and a bipartisan coalition of representatives introduced the Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act (H.R. 3392). This legislation would prevent the elimination of Air National Guard fighter squadrons at a time when pilot and maintenance manning are at critically low levels. Rep. James has long been a vocal advocate for Selfridge… Read more »

Contact: Abby Mitch This week marked Rep. John James’ first 100 days in Congress representing communities of southern Macomb County, Rochester, and Rochester Hills. He has boldly taken on the issues most important to constituents. “I am proud that from Day One, both our D.C. and district offices were up and running, serving… Read more »

Contact: Abby Mitch Warren, Michigan – Upon the news that the Air Force will not make Macomb County’s Selfridge Air National Guard Base the international training center for its F-35 fighter aircraft, Congressman John James vowed to continue advocating for investments in Selfridge. “Michigan is perfectly positioned for securing our northern defense. We have the… Read more »

Contact: Abby Mitch Congressman John James today asked witnesses before the House Foreign Affairs Committee what, if anything, can be done at this point to rectify the botched evacuation from Afghanistan and what is the cost to U.S. national security today.  “Thousands of Afghans stood with us in our hour of need, and we… Read more »