Jerry McNerney actually said...

"This legislation was not about producing athletes for the U.S. Paralympic Team itself. It is about increasing the number of disabled veterans who participate in all types of sports."

"I truly wanted to create an avenue for our military athletes who now find themselves disabled, if in fact they can aspire to go and find access to the Paralympic Games."

"I am proud that through our combined efforts, Mr. Chairman, we have also helped formalize the VA Sports and Special Events Programs and expanded sports therapy for disabled veterans."

"It gives us the opportunity... to go back and help those guys."