Mazie Hirono actually said...

"This legislation will ensure that U.S. residents who are Filipino World War II veterans receive the full benefits that they have earned through their service."

"In principle, the answer to that is absolutely yes because we do it through the Vet Centers."

"IAVA supports this draft legislation, which would expand eligibility for reimbursement for emergency medical treatment to certain veterans."

"I hope that you will be supportive of this kind of a change because they are in a situation over which we have no control."