Jul 17, 2012
Veterans should also have access to VA personnel who are qualified to advise on often sensitive MST related issues.
Jerry McNerney
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Jerry McNerney is an American politician and a member of the Democratic Party, serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 9th congressional district since 2007. He has focused on energy and environmental issues throughout his tenure, advocating for sustainable practices and policies to combat climate change. McNerney has also been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving healthcare and supporting education in his district.
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Jul 17, 2012
The purpose of this hearing today is to evaluate ways in which the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) can better address the needs of veterans affected by MST.
Jul 17, 2012
I think H.R. 930 is a comprehensive solution that includes, not just post-traumatic stress but all the other mental health conditions associated with sexual trauma.
Jul 17, 2012
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.
Jul 17, 2012
Servicemembers who experience military sexual trauma, who are brave enough to speak out about their experiences often do so at great risk to their reputation and their careers.
Jul 17, 2012
Thank you for serving our country and wearing that uniform, and taking on this difficult issue.
Jul 17, 2012
If there is anything I or my colleagues can do, and this goes out to any veteran, do not ever hesitate to call us.
Jul 17, 2012
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.
Jul 17, 2012
We must put protections in place to ensure a safe haven exists for women and men who experience military sexual trauma.
Jul 17, 2012
It is important to hear your testimony and your testimonial. And it will have an effect.
Jun 20, 2012
It sure would be interesting to see a sort of return on investment in terms of federal money invested and commercial value generated, but I think that is a pretty complicated question.
Jun 19, 2012
My understanding is that the legislation could use a little more adjusting so I am going to hold back on endorsing it just now.
Jun 19, 2012
I am pleased to have Ranking Member Donnelly's bill, H.R. 3730, included in today's hearing.
Jun 19, 2012
This Subcommittee is committed to providing transparency and accountability to veterans and taxpayers.
Jun 19, 2012
I believe this legislation will help veterans protect personal information, including their social security number.
Jun 19, 2012
I encourage my colleagues to support this bill, and would also direct your attention to several news articles that came out over the last few days documenting many cases of veterans around the country who have suffered from the lack of…
Jun 19, 2012
I believe this legislation will help veteran's protect personal identifiable information, including their social security number, which can severely affect a veteran's financial stability.
Jun 18, 2012
This remarkable recovery is largely due to the effective and exemplary science-based regulation and management.
Jun 18, 2012
Looking forward, I am confident that hunters will continue to be the strongest advocates for science-based wildlife management.
Jun 5, 2012
The bill seeks to provide specially adapted housing assistance to veterans residing temporarily in housing owned by a family caregiver.
Jun 5, 2012
Well here is my concern, that the law as written would allow people that do not have a good understanding of the family to force prayers or something that that family would find offensive.
Jun 5, 2012
What I would like to see is something that guarantees that the family's wishes are honored in the most delicate way possible.
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