Gov. Pat Quinn signed a bill today that is meant to help support the businesses of Illinois veterans. The law sets an "annual goal" that at least 3 percent of state business be done with companies owned by Illinois veterans with annual growth sales of $75 million or less.

"Veterans who have taken the initiative to start small businesses and help create jobs should be supported when competing for government contracts," Governor Quinn said. "We must honor the men and women who have honorably served our country. This important law further recognizes the commitment made by those Veterans who have returned home and are working to support their communities."