{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://www.moody.senate.gov/press-releases/video-senator-moody-supports-florida-veterans-with-legislation-to-improve-veterans-mental-health-through-community-and-outdoor-sports/", "VIDEO: Senator Moody Supports Florida Veterans with Legislation to Improve Veterans Mental Health Through Community and Outdoor Sports", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "Senate", "FL", "Ashley Moody", "M001244", "www.moody.senate.gov", "moody", "https://www.moody.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "ORLANDO, Fla.\u2014Surrounded by more than a hundred veterans at a VFW Post in Orlando today,Senator Ashley Moody announced legislation that aims to expand outdoor recreation opportunities for our nation\u2019s veterans. Senator Moody is cosponsoring the Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act, which would establish a grant program to help states provide veterans with additional resources for recovery. The legislation would build on the success of programs like Florida\u2019s Operation Outdoor Freedom, which has served more than 6,800 Florida veterans since 2009.\n\n\u201cOur veterans risked their lives to defend this nation in some of the most dangerous places on earth. When they return home, they deserve every opportunity to build healthy, connected and fulfilling lives. The Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act is one more way we can keep our promise to those who served \u2013 by helping them reconnect, rebuild and find healing amongst their community in the country they sacrificed so much to defend,\u201d said Senator Ashley Moody.\n\nBACKGROUND:\n\nThe bipartisan Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act would establish a grant program through the Department of Veterans Affairs to help states develop and expand outdoor recreation opportunities for veterans. It would authorize $10 million each year, with every approved state receiving at least $200,000 to support these programs.\n\nThe funding would allow states to partner with local outfitters, guides, nonprofit organizations and community groups. It would help cover equipment and program fees \u2013 removing barriers that keep some veterans from participating. Veterans would gain access to a wide range of outdoor activities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, kayaking, archery and target shooting, with adaptive and accessible options for veterans with disabilities.\n\nView Senator Moody\u2019s full remarks here.\n\nSenator Moody is a proud supporter of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and military families. Since becoming a United States Senator, Moody has:\n\nRecently cosponsored the Veterans Bill of Rights Act. The Veterans Bill of Rights Act would require the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure veterans are clearly informed of their existing rights regarding VA-administered health care, benefits, and services.\n\nCosponsored the Military Spouse Hiring Act to address difficulties servicemembers\u2019 families face when looking for work;\n\nCosponsored the Major Richard Star Act, which seeks to fix unjust disability policies for retired combat veterans;\n\nSupported the Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, which would expand educational benefits for veterans;\n\nSupported the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2025, which would help ensure that only the most dedicated individuals can serve veterans;\n\nHeld a town hall with VA Secretary Collins in Tampa to discuss issues facing veterans;\n\nRecognized 200 years of U.S. Navy presence in Pensacola and discussed the critical importance of the Navy and Coast Guard\u2019s presence in the Florida Panhandle; and more.\n\nSenator Moody recently joined the Senate Armed Services Committee.\n\nSenator Moody has long fought for Florida\u2019s military members. As Florida Attorney General, Moody oversaw the Military and Veterans Assistance Program to assist servicemembers, veterans and their families who encounter scams or fraud.\n\nSenator Moody is proud to be part of a military family.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://www.moody.senate.gov/press-releases/video-senator-moody-supports-florida-veterans-with-legislation-to-improve-veterans-mental-health-through-community-and-outdoor-sports/"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 0.9032010566443205, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}