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Raul Ruiz: “Those causes of death could be brain cancer, esophageal cancer, pancreatic cancer, autoimmune diseases, lymphomas…”

On the recordMarch 5, 2019
Those causes of death could be brain cancer, esophageal cancer, pancreatic cancer, autoimmune diseases, lymphomas, leukemias, constricted bronchiolitis, COPD, and others. Mr. Speaker, I urge each Member of this Chamber to support this bipartisan bill, which will help our Nation uphold its commitment to serving our veterans. Together, we are taking a crucial first step toward honoring Jennifer Kepner and improving and saving the lives of countless veterans. I thank the chairman for his support.
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Raul Ruiz
Democratic · California
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Mar 5, 2019

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