John Carter actually said...

VA health should be there to address the health care needs of those who have served our country in uniform.

Unfortunately, while serving in Korea, he developed kidney disease, which further led to a need of a kidney transplant.

I am here this morning on behalf of thousands of American veterans who find themselves in need of transplant care.

A critical component of consolidating community care is improving VA's ability to enter into provider agreements with state veteran's homes.