This is a critically important issue for the American people to understand.

The reason that this is so important is because the question is whether the FBI uses that data to generate leads for investigations only or further along in the investigative process.

That is exactly why I joined Chair Tester and Ranking Member Moran in introducing the bipartisan Expanding Veterans' Options for Long Term Care Act.

I really believe that cuts should be off the table.

Finally, I would like to thank Congressman Strickland for being an original co-sponsor of this legislation.

I would like to thank Congressman Kilmer for the support of the Puyallup Tribe, and H.R. 929 specifically.

it represents a strong step in the right direction for our community, it emphasizes our shared commitment to honor and uphold the rights and sovereignty of Indigenous communities.

Does it work for our providers? Does it work for our patients? Are we helping veterans get the care that they deserve?

I am pretty sure I am joining my colleague from Washington, who probably just spoke on the same subject, but I come to the floor to support the nominations of two very exceptional nominees to serve as judges for the U.S. District Court for…

Thank you, Madam Chair, and thanks for holding this hearing and allowing me to join today to share my thoughts on legislation I introduced.

The reset VA announced this year was really badly needed.

I have been raising concerns about VA's implementation of EHR from the start.

It represents a strong step in the right direction for our community, it emphasizes our shared commitment to honor and uphold the rights and sovereignty of Indigenous communities.

the Special Diabetes Program plays a crucial role in fighting this disease because it supports NIH research into type 1 diabetes that has led to breakthroughs in diabetes prevention and treatment.

This is just an extremely important issue for the American people to understand how their data is being used.

Social Security and Medicare are a promise that we make to our families that when you work hard, the benefits you earned will be there for you when you retire, and then if you have a disability you're not left on your own.

A flawed system can be fatal.

the Special Diabetes Program plays a crucial role in fighting this disease because it supports NIH research into type 1 diabetes that has led to breakthroughs in diabetes prevention and treatment.