Kathy Castor: “I urge approval of the National Defense Authorization Act, H.R. 1585, and this rule. This bipartisan bill improves…”

“I urge approval of the National Defense Authorization Act, H.R. 1585, and this rule. This bipartisan bill improves military readiness and demonstrates our commitment to our brave men and women in uniform, including a 3.5 percent pay raise for these brave folks, a commitment to the National Guard and our Reserves, and an expansion and great improvement in the health care provided to wounded warriors who return from the battlefield. The bill also increases oversight and restores accountability over the waste and fraud that has occurred in the war in Iraq. Madam Speaker, this bill will make America safer and stronger. I urge a 'yes' vote on the previous question and on the rule.”