Mazie Hirono actually said...

"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."

"I should think that we would want this kind of data so that we can really provide... effective support for our growing veteran population."

"making the transition from active to veteran status as seamless as possible is a really important goal"

"I previously questioned the VA on suicide prevention efforts tailored to women veterans and API veterans, both identified as high risk groups."