"Thank you for the efforts that this Committee went through in regard to enactment of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our PACT Act, which was signed into law now a year ago."
"the 1-year enrollment period for post-9/11 combat veterans who left military more than a decade ago... will end on September 30, 2023."
"I remain concerned about the impact the PACT Act is having on the backlog for veterans and survivors."
"I assume we know that. That is good to have it broadcast and into my brain. I am always looking forward to the opportunity for you to tell me what I can do."
"How is the VA working across the VA to better communicate to veterans, survivors, and other stakeholders about where a claim is in the process of being decided and manage expectations for how long an ..."
"Thank you. Let me thank both of you in this hearing, particularly on the PACT Act, recognizing the tremendous increase in work, you and your teams."
"I have concerns. I just want to be reassured that the VA has not sufficiently informed this group."
"Is that label still of value? Ready for Decision still is something that should be being said to a veteran?"
"That is a good point for me to recognize, is this was really intended for internal use."
"We recognize the challenges... but recognize that the benefits that come from creating these new benefits we think outweigh the challenges and the detriments that might come to others."
"AWP was proud to support the access standards 2 years ago when introduced by Ranking Member Moran."