The Minnesota Senate Veterans Committee recently approved new funding for the successful Helmets to Hardhats program. “Helmets to Hardhats” is a national nonprofit that helps military service members transition into civilian life by connecting them with opportunities in the construction industry. The bill, Senate File 607, would appropriate $225,000 in both 2022 and 2023 to help more veterans transition to a new career.

“Those of you who have followed my work since I have been in the Senate know that helping veterans has always been a top priority. I come from a proud military family, and I take seriously the debt that we owe to the brave men and women who serve this nation,” said Sen. Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing). “Each budget year that I have been in the Senate I have carried the Helmets to Hardhats bill, and I am proud to do so again this year. Helmets to Hardhats is a win-win-win situation – veterans win, businesses win, and the state of Minnesota wins.” 

Many veterans return from active duty and have trouble transitioning to a new career. Helmets to Hardhats bridges that gap by assisting veterans in their search for a new occupation so they can build a family, contribute to their community, and pursue their dreams.