Luechtefeld announces third annual Veterans' Legislative Day

</element><element id="paragraph-1" type="body"><![CDATA[Veterans from the 58th Senate District are encouraged to attend the third annual Veterans' Legislative Day in Springfield on April 29, according to State Sen. Dave Luechtefeld (R-Okawville).

Veterans and their guests are invited to take part in meetings, briefings and a reception to honor the contributions of Illinois veterans. Briefings will be held by federal and state Veterans' Administration officials. Members of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee will also hold a listening session and legislative briefing to discuss pressing veterans' issues.

Springfield area vendors will also be providing medical screenings and readjustment counseling. The day will conclude with a free lunch and a special reception to honor Illinois veterans.

Interested veterans are asked to please RSVP by April 23, by registering online at www.vets.senategop.net or by calling 217-782-0797. The event is free and open to any Illinois veteran and their guests, but registration is required for the lunch.

WHAT: Veterans' Legislative Day

WHEN: Thursday, April 29, 8:00-9:30 a.m. check in and 11:00 a.m. opening remarks

WHERE: Howlett Building on the Illinois Capitol Complex in Springfield

RSVP: Call 217-782-0797, or visit www.vets.senategop.net by April 23. Fliers and registration sheets are available on the Web site and can be mailed to Senate Republican Caucus, Stratton Building, B - Section, Springfield, IL 62706, Attn: Shirley Johnson.