Jeff Denham: “I thank the gentleman from Montana. I now recognize the gentleman from California (Mr. Valadao).”

I missed votes due to an extraordinary circumstances. Had I been present, I would have voted ``Nay'' on rollcall No. 277 and ``Yea'' on rollcall No. 278. ____________________

This bill seeks to further close the gap between transitioning members and the VA by helping them occupy positions currently in demand at the Department.

I am going to tell you it is one of the main reasons of frustration for this committee.

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of division A (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…