Louisiana Leads Nation in Veteran Poverty | New Orleans News

Louisiana tops the nation in veteran poverty, with over 22,000 former service members living below the poverty line—roughly one in twelve vets, far above the national average. While state officials note pandemic-related economic disruptions may have influenced the data, comparisons across all 50 states show Louisiana’s rate isn’t uniquely inflated by the crisis. Neighboring states like Arkansas and Mississippi also struggle with high veteran poverty. But Louisiana’s Department of Veterans Affairs is determined to change that, making zero veteran poverty a top goal. They’re ramping up job training partnerships, expanding access to education and healthcare, and launching a dedicated fund to support National Guard and Reserve members in financial distress. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ac417a7c94bf9cde