The top military and veterans issues for states in 2025 include suicide prevention, sustainment of military installations, military spouse employment and family support, National Guard recruitment and justice-connected veterans.

A panel discussion at the 2024 NCSL Legislative Summit covered ways to get veterans the help they need to stay out of jail and prison.

The NCSL Legislative Summit this year in Louisville, Ky., will include a military and veterans track and a convening of the Military and Veterans Affairs Task Force.

This weekend, Americans pause to remember and honor those who gave their lives while serving in the nation’s armed forces.

Forecast '24: The military and veterans issues states will focus on in 2024 include getting veterans and their families into the workforce, expanding behavioral health care and supporting military bases.

After leaving the military, Paul Green continued his service as a state representative in Montana; Joe King served in tribal government for the Oneida Nation in Wisconsin. NCSL celebrates their stories on Veterans Day 2023.