Jerry McNerney actually said...

"Veterans should also have access to VA personnel who are qualified to advise on often sensitive MST related issues."

"The purpose of today's hearing is to evaluate ways in which the Veterans Benefits Administration and the Department of Defense can better address the needs of veterans affected by MST."

"I would like to thank everyone for attending today's hearing which examines the VA's disability compensation process as it pertains to military sexual trauma or MST."

"We must put protections in place to ensure a safe haven exists for women and men who experience military sexual trauma."