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."

"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."

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