Grace Meng on Homeland Security

Help returning veterans transition to construction jobs

1. Expansion of the Helmet to Hardhats program to help returning veterans transition to construction jobs;
2. Development of more Veteran Service Centers in New York City;
3. Much needed renovations to the St. Albans V.A.; and
4. Support for existing incentives for hiring veterans, as well as more programs and guidance for veterans regarding their options upon returning to civilian life, particularly in the areas of health, education, employment, and housing.

Supports targeting suspected terrorists, according to PVS.

Project Vote Smart infers candidate issue stances on key topics by summarizing public speeches and public statements. Congressional candidates are given the opportunity to respond in detail; about 11% did so in the 2012 races.

Project Vote Smart summarizes candidate stances on the following topic: 'National Security: Do you support targeting suspected terrorists outside of official theaters of conflict?'

Supports reducing defense spending.

Project Vote Smart infers candidate issue stances on key topics by summarizing public speeches and public statements. Congressional candidates are given the opportunity to respond in detail; about 11% did so in the 2012 races.

Project Vote Smart summarizes candidate stances on the following topic: 'Budget: In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending?'