"The invisible wounds of PTSD are a large contributing factor to many of the suicides that take place among veterans."
"Veterans are 22 percent more likely to commit suicide and our female veterans are two and a half times more likely than civilian women."
"I am proud to be a member of the Veterans Affairs Committee in which the focus of our work is to ensure the brave men and women of our armed services are never forgotten."
"The VCL is a critical component to providing direct, immediate care to those in crisis and aid in the prevention of suicide."
"Every day, 20 veterans die from suicide."
"With the loss of 20 veterans each day, we must do everything that we can, it is our duty."
"Every day, as we know, 20 veterans die from suicide."
"Helping our veterans not just afford an education but also to maneuver the transition from servicemember to student is one of the best ways that we can help our veterans."
"It is incumbent that our Nation never forget the sacrifices that our veterans and their families make each and every day."
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And Gentlemen, thank you for your service. Thanks for being here today."
"Absolutely. I certainly believe that with all my heart."