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Vote in Honor of a Veteran Biography Form

Original title: Veteran Biography Form – Okeechobee County, FL

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What This Bill Does

This is an online form provided by the Okeechobee County Supervisor of Elections that allows residents to submit biographical information and photos to honor a veteran. The information collected is used for the 'Vote in Honor of a Veteran' program.

Why it matters

Residents can voluntarily share military service details of themselves or others to be recognized through the county's election-related veteran tribute program.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Veterans

Veterans or their representatives provide personal service history to be included in the county's tribute program.

Directly affected

Okeechobee County residents

Residents may use this form to participate in the 'Vote in Honor of a Veteran' program.

Key Facts

  • The form collects the veteran's name, branch of service, rank upon discharge, years served, and connection to Okeechobee County.
  • Optional information includes military specialty, medals/awards, countries served, service highlights, and status (e.g., KIA, POW, deceased).
  • Submitters may upload a military service photo.
  • Contact information for the veteran (address, email, phone) is collected but kept confidential.
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  • If a person is submitting on behalf of a veteran, they must provide their own name and relationship to the veteran.
  • The form requires a reCAPTCHA verification to submit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my contact information made public?
No, the form states that the veteran's home address, email address, and phone number will be kept confidential.
Can I submit information for someone else?
Yes, if you are submitting on behalf of a veteran, you must provide your name and your relationship to the veteran.

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Connected Entities

Okeechobee County Supervisor of Elections
OrganizationOkeechobee County Supervisor of Elections“The government office managing the veteran biography submission process.”Map →

Sources

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voteokeechobee.gov

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