Last week, I had to honor of celebrating Veterans Day in Billings with Montana veterans.

Will James Middle School

I began my day at Will James Middle School, where I spoke at the annual Veterans Day Assembly. The assembly was packed with hundreds of veterans, families and students, all there celebrating such an important day for our country. Before the assembly, I joined the students in putting together care packages for veterans deployed overseas.

Montana State University Billings 

Following the Will James Middle School Veterans Day Assembly, I headed over to Montana State University – Billings (MSUB) where I spoke at their Veterans Day ceremony. At the ceremony, I had the honor of thanking Montana veterans including MSUB Chancellor Edelman who has done tremendous work to make MSUB such a Veteran-friendly campus. I also had the privilege of spending time with two Montana veterans who served our nation in World War II! It was a true honor.

Independence Hall 

To end the day, I visited Independence Hall. This amazing facility serves as transitional housing for honorably discharged veterans and currently serves 19 veterans. I am very thankful for the work they do to lend a helping hand to our veterans in Billings.

Thank You For Your Service 

As the son of a U.S. Marine, I am always glad to support our veterans. And on this year’s Veterans Day, it was an honor to spend time and thank our Montana veterans for their selfless bravery in defending our nation’s freedom.

Best Wishes,

Steve Daines
United States Senate