I absolutely hear you on this issue. I think this privacy issue on accessing data is absolutely critical. And it is nonnegotiable.

I thank the gentleman and the chairman for bringing this bill to the floor. More importantly, I thank you both for your unwavering defense of this Nation in smart policy and an unwavering commitment to make sure we get it right. I, like my…

We are making sure that we are not contracting the opportunities of the GI Bill offers.

I am very proud of the work we did on the Post-9/11 GI Bill. It was sorely needed.

I do think that is a problem though, and I am troubled by this.

I thank the gentlelady from Guam who, as always, is an absolute stalwart supporter of our military forces and has a long tradition, coming from Guam, in defense of this Nation. Also, a special thank you to Colonel Kline, my colleague from…

I am the staunchest supporter of the VA but I will also be their harshest critic.

I never get the feeling from my constituents that they're not willing to make sure we lay our veterans to rest.

the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs and my Subcommittee will continue to listen to your needs and work to fix several issues that we discussed here today.

the local officials, the members of the Fillmore County Board and all the staff have absolutely energized and enthused people about this issue.

What's left to get this thing done? What has to happen until we start laying those warriors to rest with the honor they deserve?

Therefore, I would respectfully request that everyone be courteous to our witnesses and remain silent until the hearing is formally adjourned.