Rep. Pence announces formation of Veterans Advisory Board

U.S. Congressman Greg Pence, a Republican representing Indiana’s Sixth Congressional District, announced the formation of the Sixth District Veterans Advisory Board and hosted its first meeting on Monday. The board is comprised of veterans within the district and those who serve as leaders on veterans issues.

Each member of the board serves on a volunteer basis and provides counsel to Rep. Pence on all matters relating to veterans, including legislation pending in the United States House of Representatives.

“I’m proud of the work we’ve done to support our men and women in uniform this year. As a Beirut veteran myself, I understand there is always more to be done in Congress to support our nation’s veterans and the families who sacrifice so much for our freedom,” said Congressman Pence. “I thank each and every member of the Sixth District Veterans Advisory Board for committing to such a worthy cause.”

Members of the Sixth District Veterans Advisory:

– SGM Rick Caldwell of Columbus
– Maj. Gen. Mark Pillar of Columbus
– Jim Worton of Edinburgh
– Col. Roger Peterman of Greenwood
– Faith Weir of Madison
– Rep. Randy Frye (IN Representative District 67)
– Jerry Jordan of Shirley
– Dolores Chalker of Madison
– Robert L. Darringer of Columbus
– Brian Kushman of Columbus
– Troy King of Shelbyville