Such a move by the EPA would be the proverbial gun to the head of the States, demanding the States to act as the EPA see...
I can say with great confidence that if the EPA does in fact move forward with the uniform FIP, the EPA will be challeng...
I need an investigation on this. What the heck is wrong with the implementation of the Choice Act in my State?
In Alaska, we have more vets per capita than any State in the country.
If I felt strongly, I would say, 'Mr. Secretary, I believe it is important to meet three times a month.'
I think it is just making the VA a better agency, more effective.
What would you say to the Secretary if you went to him on a big issue that you investigated and said, 'Mr. Secretary, yo...
This Choice Act is a disaster.
To me, that would be one of the most important elements of the IG job, bringing back the issue of accountability.
Do you think our veterans have lost faith in the VA?
I want to thank you for your service and your strong interest in this important job.
Ultimately, we have to have a team that knows that they are the ones that are really responsible for the solutions.
We have got to focus on what matters.
One of my campaign pledges--as a part of my 'Promises Delivered Project'--was to ensure that veterans, wherever they are...
We have to have accountable risk management.
I think that is exactly what we should be focusing on: all these different portals; all these different ways in which we...
I certainly would want to work with you, Senator Manchin, and others on how we streamline that.
Thank you for being willing to go through the confirmation process, willing to serve.