Political Quotes

“Madam Chair, I thank Chairwoman Lowey for yielding and for her hard work and leadership during this entire legislative process. The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies division of the bill highlights our continued commitment to our servicemembers and their families and to our veterans. Constructing the barracks, bases, and facilities that our military needs and ensuring safe, adequate housing for military families is crucial to our Nation's military readiness. Properly funding the Department of Veterans Affairs is how we deliver on the promise of medical care and other benefits that our veterans have earned through their service to our Nation. The Related Agencies division, including the American Battle Monuments Commission and Arlington National Cemetery, demonstrate to the world how we honor the contributions and sacrifice of those who served. That is why I am proud that this bill includes $108.4 billion in discretionary funding, $10.4 billion above the FY19 enacted level. For military construction, it provides $10.5 billion; and, for the Department of Veterans Affairs, the bill provides $94.3 billion in discretionary funding, a $7.7 billion increase above the FY19 enacted level and $1.3 billion above the FY20 budget request. The bill we are considering today makes smart investments in critical projects and programs that make a real difference in the lives of servicemembers, veterans, and their families.…”