The Vow to Hire Veterans Act of 2011 is a great step forward in assisting service members, veterans, and their families towards obtaining employment. However, I propose an addendum to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, which would appeal to a broader number of businesses.
I am recommending a tax credit of $5,000 for businesses that solely commit to the Joining Forces initiative, posting at least 10 jobs in the Veterans Job Bank (eBenefits) per year, maintains a presence at job fairs in their own State held by organizations in accordance with the local Veterans Administration offices; and participate in virtual veteran job fairs. If they hire veterans, the existing tax credits will apply. This combo will have a greater effect on the mission of the Vow Act.