"We thank you for this legislation's recognition of the integral role caregivers serve in managing both medical and non-medical care of our wounded, ill, and injured veterans."
"The intent of the legislation is to recognize the important role caregivers play in caring for our veterans."
"Advance appropriations will ensure that the quality of care for veterans will no longer be compromised by budget delays."
"I am joined by Senator Baucus and Senator Begich in supporting a bill, S. 734, which would provide much needed services for veterans returning to rural areas."
"I want to ask that my full statement be included in the record."
"I want to thank you very much, and the Ranking Member, Senator Collins, for holding this hearing and for moving on with trying to confirm the people that we need to operate our government."
"This bill will provide a living stipend, health care benefits, training, and support to family caregivers."
"It is much more critical that Congress provide aggressive oversight to ensure VA is providing the high quality of care veterans are due, regardless of their location."
"The bipartisan caregivers' bill, S. 801, will give family members the support they need to care for the Nation's wounded warriors."
"I believe that you will be able to provide the kind of leadership that FEMA needs."
"NAVREF thanks Senator Daniel K. Akaka, Chairman of the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for incorporating title VI..."