Mazie Hirono actually said...

"I am particularly interested in all those veterans out there who do not have the kind of--who do not access the kind of tools that you are talking about."

"I have a bill that I have been working on that I am going to want to work with you, having to do with just data collection and access to data that will enable the VA to really understand the veterans ..."

"It is time that this Committee, our House counterparts, and the outside organizations that advocate for veterans have the tools we need to ensure the health and success of all veterans."

"Moving forward, I expect VA to prioritize this and other items that advance equity and support for underserved and minority communities of veterans because attention to these issues is long overdue."