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Originally published:<\/strong> 2024-06-30T18:30:00+00:00. Historical source article: benefits, rules, amounts and deadlines may have changed. Check the official source for current information.<\/p>\n

The Texas Workforce Commission celebrated West Texas VA at the Texas Conference for Employers recently in Big Spring, Texas. The event was created to recognize distinguished employers who are dedicated to hiring Veterans. The recognition marks West Texas VA<\/a> as an exemplary employer for Veterans in the state.<\/p>\n

The \u201cWe Hire Vets\u201d program, administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, acknowledges employers whose workforce comprises at least 10% Veterans. West Texas VA stands out significantly with Veterans making up approximately 38% of its workforce. <\/p>\n

Joe Esparza,<\/strong> commissioner of the Texas Workforce Commission, presented the recognition certificate and a challenge coin to\u00a0Keith Bass, executive director of West Texas VA.<\/p>\n

Over 1.4 million Veterans in Texas<\/h2>\n

In his address, Esparza praised the West Texas VA for its unwavering commitment to Veterans and thanked them for their support in making Texas one of the top choices for Veterans to make their home.<\/p>\n

Veteran employment remains a crucial focus in Texas, which is home to one of the largest Veteran populations in the United States. According to recent statistics, Texas boasts over 1.4 million Veterans, many of whom face challenges in transitioning to civilian employment. Programs like \u201cWe Hire Vets\u201d play a vital role in bridging this gap, ensuring that Veterans have access to meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities.<\/p>\n

The recognition of West Texas VA highlights not just its commitment to employing Veterans but also its role in providing them with quality health care. The system\u2019s employment practices reflect its broader mission to serve Veterans with honor and dedication.<\/p>\n

Executive Director Keith Bass expressed his gratitude for the recognition. \u201cWe are proud to be recognized as a leader in Veteran employment and remain committed to supporting our Veterans in every way possible. And we\u2019re grateful for the support of our community partners like the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Veterans Commission and Veteran service organizations like the Disabled American Veterans,\u201d Bass said.<\/p>\n

The West Texas VA Health Care System serves a vast region of 33 counties in West Texas and Southeast New Mexico. Based in Big Spring, the system includes George H. O\u2019Brien Jr. VA and various community-based outpatient clinics.<\/p>\n

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Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs<\/a>. Its Veterans is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. government.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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