Gopal Statement on Department of Justice Veterans’ Home Report

Trenton – The following is a statement from State Senator Vin Gopal regarding the federal investigation:

“The findings in this report disgust me. United States Veterans and their families have earned our respect through their dedication and service to our country and the very least they deserve, and should expect, are livable, safe conditions.

“One of the most disturbing aspects contained within this report is that the Legislature appears to have been ignored when we repeatedly called for the implementation of new guidelines and a comprehensive review and revision of best practices. That it took an investigation by the Department of Justice to force critical change is almost unfathomable. It is clear that immediate and decisive action needs to be taken to fix this unacceptable situation. God Bless our Veterans and their families.”