Let me work with you to identify some other areas that potentially might have an interest in funding some of this preservation.
Today's veterans expect this of us. They want a VA that is forward looking, innovative, and responsive.
I do have some concerns about whether VA is living up to President Obama's vision of, 'an unprecedented level of openness in government.'
Mr. Jefferson spent almost 3 years in North Carolina on different stints so I claim ownership of him.
In my view, this will help prevent USERRA violations from occurring in the first place.
As Ranking Member, I do have some responsibilities to Members on this side of the aisle to actively do oversight.
If a year from now we have got the same percentage number of cases that have not been referred and they exceed the statutory 60-day limit, w...
I do believe that there is a willingness on both sides, at DOD and at VA, spearheaded by General Shinseki, to make this work.
I told you that I believed what VHA needs is a leader who will shake things up, one who is bold.
VA has more tools and resources than ever before to end homelessness for our Nation's veterans.
How important do you believe a free flow of information is between the agency and Congress?
If confirmed, how would you ask your staff to prioritize requests from various Members? Would it depend at all on whether the request is fro...
I would ask you, upon your confirmation, would you make a special effort to review the status of that review?
I think your experience and record may uniquely position you as the right person for this job.
Would it be your intention to foster a collaborative relationship between the VA and Congress?
If we are going to eliminate homelessness, a major effort needs to go toward preventing homelessness.
I know this is a priority for President Obama and Secretary Shinseki and I commend Dr. Petzel for his recognition of the importance of expan...
If confirmed, do you pledge to ensure that my staff and I will be provided the requested information to the fullest extent permitted by law ...
