Military + Veterans' Support Bills Pass Unanimously

Two bills passed unanimously out of Senate State, Veterans & Military Affairs committee this afternoon to honor and recognize our military members & veterans:

SB-091: Minimum Pay for Military Forces
Sen. Rachel Zenzinger

Right now the minimum pay for a member called to service by the governor is just $20 per day. Under existing law, the governor may activate the state military forces, including National Guard units, for state active duty to protect and serve during natural disasters and civil emergencies. A member's pay is determined by the member's rank and years of service, but this bill increases the minimum pay and establishes the standard that enlisted members receive pay equal to E-4 rank with over six years of service.

SB-082: Department Of Military And Veterans Affairs Awards
Sen. Nancy Todd

This bill creates the Colorado Legion of Merit Medal to honor our exceptional service members and those who exhibit unprecedented acts of heroism. The bill makes changes regarding eligibility and criteria for certain medals awarded by Dept. of Military & Veterans Affairs.

Both bills are now moved to second reading to be approved on the consent calendar.