Thank you.

Somebody made a terrible mistake somewhere.

Can you assure me that the VA will direct the full amount of funding towards rural health programs in 2024?

I look forward to working together on next year's appropriations bill to ensure that we're providing veterans and their families with the benefits and care and support that they need.

Enhancing access to mental health care is crucial, especially in a confidential setting as provided at our Vet Centers.

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Vet Centers provide a great resource that focus on the readjustment and mental health needs of our veterans and current servicemembers.

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I look forward to working together on this year's Appropriations Bill to ensure we are providing the Department, Service members and their families with the Military construction and family Housing resources they need.

We're very lucky to have a subcommittee full of Senators who care very deeply about veterans and the veterans who have served our country so well.

How are the Vet Centers currently supporting staff to try and reduce attrition rates and help them manage increased demand for services?

Thank you.

What are innovative initiatives that you're developing to increase access for rural veterans?

So for both Mr. Fisher and Dr. Kroviak, the Tucson Vet Center recently shared concerns with my team about their electronic client record system, and how it's slowing down the delivery of provider care.

Does the VHA have plans to improve its recruitment and retention policy for quality counselors, including in rural and tribal areas?

My office has been hearing from Arizona veterans and VA staff regarding concerns about unmanageable counselor's workloads.