Julia Brownley: “I think it is just our responsibility, you know, to do so.”

I applaud the VA in terms of their strong focus on implementation of the PACT Act, but we can not forget the rest of the VA and all the other missions that we have here.

I would just say that, yes, I want to be competitive with China's military and their readiness first and foremost. Second, our DOD officials are talking about the future. They are not talking about today. They are talking about…

I thank Ranking Member Takano for his partnership and his efforts to bring this important bill for our Nation's disabled and aging veterans and their caregivers to the floor. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this bill, Representative…

I was unable to vote today. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 77. ____________________