By: Williamsburg Military Insider
Today on Fox News Congressman Andrews talked about the HAP program (Housing Assistance Program) Congressman Andrews was asked why was the date July 1, 2006 actually chosen under the HAP Program if you know? Congressman Andrews answered “I think it was totally chosen out of the air and it doesn’t bare any relationship to the people struggling to hold onto their homes.” Congressman Andrews is an advocate for the Military Family. Congressman Andrews wants to get a lot more specific than that “ I want to specifically put the money in the Defense Bill so these families are not caught in this terrible situation they’re in right now.” The Defense Law will be signed September 30, 2011 this is the time to write to your Congressman and Senators and share your story.
Congressman Andrews also stated “My understanding is to take care of this entire problem would cost about 1 billion dollars. To put that in some perspective, every thirty-seven billion dollars is 1 percent of our budget. So this is 1/37 of 1 percent of the federal budget would cure this entire problem for all the deserving military families. I think we should just do it and stop talking about it.”
The next step is for people all around the country to talk to their house members and talk to their senators and say look, we’ve helped a lot of other people who needed help with their housing situation, the first on the list should be the men and women who voluntarily step forward to help serve this country in the military.” It is shameful, as far as I’m concerned, that there are people in civilian life that have been treated a lot better under these programs than people who step forward to serve in the military.”
If you are moved or motivated write your Congressman or Senator today!
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About Williamsburg Military Insider
As a military spouse of an active duty Air Force member for 20 years, I know first-hand the stresses that come with relocating and establishing roots in a new community. In fact, this is what drew me into the real estate business as a REALTOR®. My goal is to provide my clients with that constant support they can rely on as their needs change throughout their lives - to be their trusted resource, no matter where they live, when they have a real estate question. I have the distinct privilege of doing just that every day. It is such a thrill for me to work with Liz Moore & Associates this dynamic group of professionals dedicated to delivering exemplary customer service and building lasting relationships with clients.
While stationed with my family in the Unites States, I had the honor of serving in a variety of volunteer capacities, and have held many jobs across this nation of ours. I was actively involved with the YMCA Youth Sports, Parent Teacher Association and the Officer's Spouses Club. It was quite humbling to be recognized for my leadership efforts through the years; however, I feel that my true reward came from the connections I made with diverse groups of people. Making connections is what motivates me as a volunteer and as a real estate professional. Here in Williamsburg, I continue to be actively involved in various business and community organizations including the National Military Family Association, The Military Child Education Coalition, Defense Credit Union Council, Officer's Spouses Club, Williamsburg Youth Sports, and York County Youth Sports.
When not working with my clients, you can probably find me planning my next adventure to a new city or country. Each trip is a unique opportunity to experience a different culture and see another incredible part of the world. When I am here at home, you will most likely find me out enjoying some window shopping, running in events, cooking up new recipes, and working out at the YMCA. While I have many wonderful hobbies, my true passion is spending time with my family - my husband, Tony, who works in the Air Force, and our two children, Adriana, an active high school student at Bruton High School, and Chloe, a very active elementary school student at Magruder Elementary School.
By: Williamsburg Military Insider
