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| https://www.moody.senate.gov/press-releases/video-senator-moody-appointed-to-serve-as-member-of-united-states-coast-guard-academy-board-of-visitors/ | VIDEO: Senator Moody Appointed to Serve as Member of United States Coast Guard Academy Board of Visitors | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Republican | Senate | FL | Ashley Moody | M001244 | www.moody.senate.gov | moody | https://www.moody.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Senator Ashley Moody has accepted an appointment to the United States Coast Guard Academy Board of Visitors. The Board of Visitors provides the Commandant of the Coast Guard independent advice and recommendations on the operation and other matters relating to the Academy. Members are appointed by the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the White House. “The U.S. Coast Guard plays an indispensable role in protecting our homeland—securing our maritime borders, interdicting illegal drugs, conducting lifesaving search and rescue missions, and responding when disaster strikes. As a member of a military family, supporting the brave men and women who serve our country is deeply personal to me, and it is an honor to continue this important work as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Board of Visitors,” said Senator Ashley Moody. BACKGROUND: Senator Moody is a proud supporter of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and military families. Since becoming a United States Senator, Moody has: Recently 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. Cosponsored the Major Richard Star Act, which seeks to fix unjust disability policies for retired combat veterans; Supported the Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, which would expand educational benefits for veterans; Supported the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2025, which would help ensure that only the most dedicated individuals can serve veterans; Held a town hall with VA Secretary Collins in Tampa to discuss issues facing veterans; Recognized 200 years of U.S. Navy presence in Pensacola and discussed the critical importance of the Navy and Coast Guard’s presence in the Florida Panhandle; and more. Senator Moody recently joined the Senate Armed Services Committee. Last month, Senator Moody stood with more than a hundred of Florida veterans at a VFW Post in Orlando to spotlight the Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act she is cosponsoring. Senator Moody has long fought for Florida’s 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. Senator Moody is proud to be part of a military family. # # # | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |