On the recordSeptember 22, 2021
I thank Chairman Smith for all his hard work on the NDAA. I fully support this measure. Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of en bloc 1 which includes my two amendments, amendment No. 29 that creates an Afghan refugee special envoy position and amendment No. 117 that requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure that all women veterans receive quality healthcare in a safe and dignified manner and on a timely basis. The Afghan refugee position assures that our allies who fought alongside American soldiers for 20 years receive the support that they need to resettle in the United States and are integrated into our great Nation. Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support amendments en bloc 1 and to support my amendments, No. 29 and No. 117.
