Tim Walz actually said...

"Most Reserve Component members believe they are veterans after serving their country, especially for 20 years or more."

"Our Nation's veterans have sacrificed so much that we need to protect them from those kind of bad actors looking to take advantage of the benefits that they have earned and deserve."

"I support this bill but understand the reservations concerning moving the envelope on what type of service accords veteran status."

"This piece of legislation does not add any benefits, it scored at a zero cost, but I would argue that not doing so the cost to our Nation is to not honor that service the way we should."