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.

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

the goal is to make sure that the records of a servicemember from the time that they put on the uniform to the time that they separate from service to the time of death are all captured in this system

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

we have all heard of veterans who have incomplete or piecemeal health records

Do you have data that shows how many of your veterans are able to purchase homes through your Loan Guaranty Program?

Can you elaborate on the importance of programs like these for student veterans and their families?

Really, how can a veteran or anybody else practically afford that?

Does it account for areas like Hawaii where the cost of housing is so high that your loan guaranty portion is simply not enough to enable the veterans to afford these homes?