On the recordNovember 14, 2011
They ought to be grandfathered. We have made a commitment to those that have deployed.
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congress.govThey ought to be grandfathered. We have made a commitment to those that have deployed.
Emphasizing the need to honor commitments to veterans regarding retirement benefits.
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