Haley Stevens: “Yes, the Senator from Vermont is correct. The committee is seeking to determine alternative ways to fund increases in…”

“Yes, the Senator from Vermont is correct. The committee is seeking to determine alternative ways to fund increases in these kinds of projects, but not undermine the effectiveness of ongoing programs. The committee has received numerous requests to start up new medical research programs. In many cases these requests cannot be met when trying to meet other valid military requirements with limited resources. The language is certainly not specifically designed to undermine the integrity of the existing DOD BCRP, and the committee recognizes it as innovative, extremely accountable and transparent in its approach to medical research.”