Lee Hinkleman inducted into New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame, receives proclamation from Senate Majority Leader Schumer

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A local U.S. Military figure was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame.

Last Week, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer welcomed Lee Hinkleman, Commander of the Lowville American Legion, and presented him with a proclamation honoring his service and recent induction into the NYS Senate Veterans Hall of Fame.

“As Commander of the Lowville American Legion and American Legion National Legislative Vice Chair, Lee Hinkelman and his fellow legionnaires encompass the best of the best of our country and I am glad to have spoken with Lee about his work to help our vets and in ensuring a better future for our nation. I thank him for his tireless advocacy on behalf of veterans in the North Country and across New York State, congratulate him on his induction to the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame and look forward to further work with him to advance this agenda,” said Senator Schumer.

“I have worked tirelessly to secure our veterans the necessary federal resources and policies, including the historic passage of the Honoring our PACT Act to help those who suffer from exposure to burn pits and other toxins, and will work to pass the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act that will improve access to care for veterans in their community. Our veterans put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms, and that’s why I will always fight for them.”

Lee served in the U.S. Army and retired after 22 years with the rank of Sergeant First Class, E-7.

He worked as a Senior Intelligence Analyst, PSNCO and Army Recruiter.

Last fall, Hinkleman joined Senator Schumer at the Copenhagen Civil War Memorial, flanked by Fort Drum advocates and veterans from across the North Country and Central New York, to fight for combat disabled veterans and push for the bipartisan Major Richard Star Act.

Images via Senator Schumer's Office.