"With approximately 3 million veterans living in rural communities and more than half of them over the age of 65, it is imperative that the rural medical facilities are properly staffed."
"Food security is national security for all of our countries."
"In the 2024 budget, the State Department has a lot of money for infrastructure, ports, things like you are describing; do you all work together?"
"Right. Very good. Speaking of infrastructure I know that DFC is focusing on working with the private sector to promote infrastructure investment in an effort to offer a good alternative to Chinese pre..."
"Thank you all for holding this really important hearing."
"The VA CAREERS Act is a crucial piece of legislation aiming to reduce vacancies and staffing shortages at the VA."
"I am concerned that Arkansans will have to subsidize Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank's deposits."
"It is imperative that we hire and retain the best and brightest talents that this country has because our veterans and their families deserve the highest levels of care and support for the sacrifices ..."
"The headwinds for our producers are great."
"Farm debt is over half-a-trillion at $535 billion."
"Folks are struggling, Mr. Secretary. They are struggling in Iowa. They are spending more, they are getting less."