Mike Bost

Hopefully, we will pass this legislation and we will be able to make sure how important that is.

I thank you for your service to our nation, and I know without a doubt, you are going to do an extraordinary job.

Providing the special pension is just one token to recognize the sacrifice that veterans have made.

We absolutely owe this benefit to the spouses of our heroes.

So, the normal procedure?

Then, for the record, also, take the other part of it too, because the question was, performing a radiation doses assessment--does the VA perform individual radiation dose assessments for veterans whose service record indicate that they…

Okay. The next question I have--I am limited on my time here--but can you please give the details and the procedures that VA uses in relation to a compensation claim to verify a veteran's potential in-service exposure to harmful levels of…

Okay. I am going to go in the same direction here on a question regarding that particular bill.

The secretary has recommended not to appeal the decision to the Department of Justice.

The idea with the Congress giving us a cost-of-living adjustment is there is nothing in the standing statute that says we can mandate us doing it automatically.

Our Blue Water Navy veterans deserve to qualify for the same benefits as their fellow veterans who served on the ground.

It is an honor to be back as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

As we have talked about in length today with you, this Committee has voiced its growing concerns over the European Union's proposed legislation which would attempt to apply the EU law to U.S.-based clearinghouses.

One idea that I have long supported is reciprocal recognition of rule-sets.

We have got to come up with the ideas that truly change this.

But what actual results can be seen from a funding level that we are putting out there?

The veteran's 2nd Amendment right and the ability to take that right away from them will not stop one of them from attempting suicide.

Losing one veteran to suicide is tragic. And I know none of us take it lightly.

Current criminal penalties codified at 49 U.S.C. 60123 do not protect human life, property or the environment from criminal acts against interstate pipeline facilities.

This week we celebrate Public Schools Week. It serves as a reminder that every child deserves access to quality education that helps them reach their full potential. Public schools are where our students become citizens. They learn to…

I also rise today in recognition of Human Trafficking and Prevention Month. Human trafficking cases are on the rise nationwide. As the grandfather of 11 grandchildren, I am angry about that. My appreciation goes out to members of law…

I want to end my remarks with two points. First, with optimism. With optimism about the possibilities that appeals reform hold...

I want to congratulate our esteemed Chairman, Dr. Roe, to the DAMA Subcommittee and Chairman, Mr. Bost...

Ensuring those who have selflessly raised their right hand in defense of this nation receive the benefits and care they deserve is a priority of The American Legion.

And know this, as a marine--and I will continue to serve in Congress. I will still continue to focus on our veterans' issues.