Mark Takano: “I thank the gentleman for yielding. I support this amendment because veterans living in rural or highly rural areas face…”

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. I support this amendment because veterans living in rural or highly rural areas face many barriers to receiving healthcare. Childcare, whether for a lack of convenience or its high cost, should not be another roadblock for veterans who must sometimes travel great distances for their appointments. This amendment would require VA to report to Congress on the effectiveness and accessibility of no-cost childcare for veterans living in rural communities. This report can, in turn, be used to find solutions for veterans who need both childcare and healthcare in rural communities. Mr. Chair, I thank the gentleman for offering this amendment, and I urge my colleagues to support it.”