2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 43.60A.160: Veterans innovations program.

There is created in the department a veterans innovations program, which consists of the defenders' fund and the competitive grant program. The purpose of the veterans innovations program is to provide crisis and emergency relief and education, training, and employment assistance to veterans and their families in their communities.

[2006 c 343 § 3.]

Reviser's note -- Sunset Act application: The veterans innovations program is subject to review, termination, and possible extension under chapter 43.131 RCW, the Sunset Act. See RCW 43.131.405. RCW 43.60A.160 through 43.60A.185 are scheduled for future repeal under RCW 43.131.406.      Findings -- 2006 c 343: "The legislature finds that:      (1) A significant number of Washington citizens answered the call to serve our country in recent military action leaving behind families, community, employment, and education;      (2) Many soldiers returning to their families and communities face transition problems in areas such as family reunification, employment, education, and health;      (3) While the Washington state department of veterans affairs has provided services to many returning soldiers, a significant number have returned to families and communities without continuing ties to the military department or veterans' administration, but still in need of help; and      (4) Our state needs to honor and serve those who have protected our security and safety." [2006 c 343 § 1.]