National Invest In Veterans Week® Responds to Congressman Bilirakis’ Call to Invest in Military and Veterans
National Invest In Veterans Week® welcomed renewed calls from Congress to invest in military families and veterans, highlighting housing, economic stability, and entrepreneurship as inseparable priorities. As policymakers push for safer living conditions and stronger support systems, NIVW President Angel Shuford emphasized that sustainable veteran success begins with foundational investments that allow veterans and military families to thrive, lead, and build long-term economic impact nationwide.
National Invest In Veterans Week® Reflects on Canadian Parliamentary Call: “Invest in Veterans, Not Loblaws”
A 2022 exchange in Canada’s House of Commons—captured in the debate titled “Invest in Veterans, Not Loblaws”—offers a timely international lens on the principles that define National Invest In Veterans Week®. As Canadian lawmakers warned against outsourcing veteran services to profit-driven conglomerates, the moment underscored a shared global truth: veteran care and economic empowerment must be rooted in accountability, reinvestment, and veteran-centered leadership. Preserved on record, the debate reinforces why National Invest In Veterans Week® continues to advance a cross-border mission focused on investing in veterans—not around them.
National Invest In Veterans Week® Commends Wisconsin's Historic Budget Investment in Veterans Following 2025 Observance
In the days following National Invest In Veterans Week® 2025, Wisconsin delivered a decisive policy response. Governor Tony Evers’ 2025–2027 budget commits more than $250 million in combined tax relief, housing, mental health services, cultural preservation, and capital upgrades for veterans—demonstrating how states can translate recognition into real, structural investment. Wisconsin’s approach reinforces a central principle of National Invest In Veterans Week®: veteran empowerment is strongest when economic policy, healthcare, housing, and workforce development move together.
Jeff Shuford and Michael Lazor: A Visionary Alliance Revolutionizing AI in Healthcare and Beyond
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and redefining the boundaries of possibility, two trailblazers, Jeff Shuford and Michael Lazor, stand at the forefront of this revolution. Their combined contributions are not just transforming healthcare but are also influencing the larger narrative of ethical AI deployment, sustainability, and veteran advocacy. Lazor’s recent review of Shuford’s groundbreaking work in healthcare AI highlights the monumental impact these two innovators are having on global industries.
The alliance between Jeff Shuford and Michael Lazor is more than a meeting of minds—it’s a movement driving transformative change. Together, they are setting a standard for how AI can be used to create a better, more equitable world.
For those inspired by their work, the time to act is now. Whether you’re in healthcare, technology, or advocacy, the lessons from Shuford and Lazor’s groundbreaking contributions are clear: innovation and impact go hand in hand.
Jeff Shuford and His Grandfather Jim Freeman Unite to Endorse International Veterans Day
Press Release: In a powerful demonstration of leadership and shared values, Jeff Shuford, nationally syndicated columnist and co-founder of National Invest In Veterans Week®, and his grandfather, Jim Freeman, founding member of the iconic rock & roll group The Five Satins, have united to endorse International Veterans Day℠. This multigenerational collaboration highlights their commitment to honoring veterans globally, with both Shuford and Freeman having earned congressional recognition for their impactful contributions—Shuford in veteran advocacy and Freeman in music. Together, they champion a legacy of service, excellence, and unity.
Veteran Business Empowerment Proposals 1-3
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Purpose: Translate military skills into recognized civilian certifications, supporting career growth or entrepreneurial ventures in technical fields.
Benefits: Enhances veterans’ qualifications for competitive industries, creating new career pathways and opportunities for veteran-owned businesses.
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Purpose: Offer tax incentives to veteran-owned businesses to encourage entrepreneurship, ease financial burdens, and stimulate growth in veteran-led enterprises.
Benefits: Reduces startup costs, enhances profitability, and enables veteran-owned businesses to reinvest in expansion and job creation, boosting local economies and supporting veterans in building lasting businesses.
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Purpose: Provide fast-track training for veterans to transition into high-demand careers, with immediate placement in essential industries.
Benefits: Supports veterans in building stable, fulfilling careers, and strengthens the workforce with dedicated, skilled professionals.