“To every veteran who has worn the uniform — thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service to our nation. I’ll always fight to ensure every veteran receives the care, dignity, and opportunity they’ve earned.”
La Shawn K. Ford’s Commitment to Those Who Served
For La Shawn K. Ford, supporting veterans isn’t about headlines — it’s about results. Throughout his time as a legislator, he has fought to ensure that the men and women who wore the uniform are never left behind. His work reflects a deep respect for service, sacrifice, and the shared duty to build a nation worthy of their courage.
A Record of Action and Respect
☑️ Free Mail for Troops — Sponsored and passed House Resolution 0622 urging Congress to allow free mailing of letters and care packages to deployed service members.
☑️ K-9s for Veterans Program (Public Act 101-0248) — Established special vehicle license decals to fund the treatment of PTSD through service dogs, expanding mental-health support for veterans across Illinois.
☑️ Veteran Student Support (Public Act 103-0862) — Required Illinois universities to report on veteran recruitment and retention, helping ensure student veterans receive the resources they need to graduate and succeed.
☑️ Property Tax Relief for Heroes — Led the effort to eliminate property taxes for World War II veterans and reduce financial strain for disabled and senior veterans. Read more →
☑️ Community Leadership and Advocacy — Partnered with the Combined Veterans of Berwyn, hosted veteran coffee forums, and appointed Veteran Sgt. Jonathan Tate as District Veterans Outreach Coordinator.
☑️ Recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense — Recipient of the Patriotic Employer Award for his outstanding support of Guard and Reserve members serving under his leadership.
☑️ Honored by the Illinois Army National Guard — Presented with a flag that flew over Kuwait on 9/11/2014 and invited to speak at multiple deployment and recognition ceremonies for Illinois troops.
Looking Forward
As Congress debates the future of the VA, La Shawn K. Ford believes the path forward must prioritize access, accountability, and respect. Veterans deserve modern care, mental-health resources, affordable housing, and workforce support — not bureaucratic delays or funding cuts.
“Our veterans fought for this country — now it’s our turn to fight for them.”
— La Shawn K. Ford.
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