Sanford Bishop: “At this time I yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Lee), a member of the Subcommittee on Military…”

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. I rise today to voice strong opposition to the FY25 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies appropriations bill that is being presented by our colleagues from across the aisle…

But I am more concerned with the general income levels that prevent service members, particularly low-ranking members, from being able to do that.

The Marine Corps has a deferred maintenance backlog that exceeds $15.8 billion, and it requires a $1.5 billion annual expenditure for barracks and maintenance.

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia will be postponed. Amendment No. 94 Offered by Mr. Good of Virginia The Acting…