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David Shulkin: “Reauthorizing the Veterans Choice program would not only benefit veterans, but it would also provide Congress with the…”

On the recordMarch 6, 2017
Reauthorizing the Veterans Choice program would not only benefit veterans, but it would also provide Congress with the time we need to work with Secretary Shulkin.
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David Shulkin
Independent · District of Columbia

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Shulkin advocates for reauthorization to improve community care for veterans.

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