Bergman Supports President Trump's Executive Order Helping Active Duty Service Members and Veterans Transition Into Merchant Marine

Washington - Congressman Jack Bergman issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump signing an executive order supporting the transition of active duty service members and military Veterans into the Merchant Marine:

"I applaud President Trump for signing this executive order, and for his effort to make it easier for Veterans to enter the Merchant Marine after serving our country in uniform. This move allows our highly trained sea-going service members, both active duty and veterans, to seamlessly enter high-paying and highly-skilled jobs. This executive order will help support maritime transport industries, including those that operate in the Great Lakes, while greatly benefiting our nation's heroes."

The executive order text can be read HERE.