Veterans Summit continues through Wednesday

AUSTIN (KXAN) - The Texas Veterans Commission is hosting the 15th annual Veterans Summit this week at the Palmer Events Center.

Action kicked off on Monday with meetings and seminars, but the official start to the summit is Tuesday.

The opening session and keynote address will begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

Click the links below for more information on the Veterans Summit

• Texas Veterans Commission Summit
• Register for the event
• Palmer Event Center - 900 Barton Springs Road
   

According to the commission, the session will offer insights from elected officials and others who advocate on behalf of Texas veterans and their families.

There will also be a series of general sessions discussing a host of topics, including an industry employer panel, a veteran educational benefits panel and a women’s veteran panel.

Other breakout sessions will focus on claims, employment, education, entrepreneurship and business ownership, criminal justice, mental health, and social media.

A veterans expo is scheduled for 1 p.m. that will include representatives from state, local, and federal government agencies.

Wednesday’s activities will include a closing session with Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst as the keynote speaker.