Susan Davis: “with another Veterans Day recently passed, we heard much about the incredible sacrifices made by America's veterans and…”

“with another Veterans Day recently passed, we heard much about the incredible sacrifices made by America's veterans and their tremendous bravery. I strongly echo those sentiments. Because our courageous military personnel are willing to go into battle and sacrifice on our behalf, America's independence and liberties have remained intact for over 200 years, and we are truly indebted to those who fought in the Armed Forces. However, Mr. Speaker, I strongly feel that we must honor these brave men and women with more than our words. After risking everything on our behalf, our veterans ask only that we work to improve the services they earned through their dedication and their bravery. This is why the Veterans Benefit Improvement Act of 2004 before us today greatly enhances the services we provide to our military heroes. It increases the compensation we provide to surviving spouses and their children; gives veterans new opportunities to receive vocational training when leaving the military; and protects the civilian jobs of Reservists deployed overseas.”