Northport American Legion Honors Legislator for Protecting Vets

Northport American Legion Members recently honored Legislator William “Doc” Spencer with a distinguished community service award for his commitment to veterans’ affairs.

Spencer’s sponsorship and passage of the Sun-Light law and the Stolen Valor Act law helps protect veterans in different ways.

• The Sun-Light law guards against unscrupulous fundraising practices
• The Stolen Valor Act is a local law that protects the honor of decorated veterans, demonstrates a commitment and dedication to Suffolk County veterans and their families.

“I was very fortunate to have been a part of a team of local veterans committed to making these transformative laws a reality,” Spencer, who was honored last week, said in a press release. “I am humbled to work with these true American heroes. I will continue to fight every day to make sure our veterans have what they need and their honor is protected.”

Commander John Cooney described Spencer as a “true public servant.”

“We got to know Doc very well over the past couple of years and I can tell you that his work for our veterans is based on his genuine recognition of service to our great Nation and the sacrifices and burdens by veterans and their families,” Cooney said.

Image via Office of William Spencer: (l-r) 1st Vice Commander Jim Porciello, 2nd Vice Commander Bill Leavy, Service Officer John Dayton, Judge Advocate Mort Roberts, Commander