Thad Cochran: “Operating in such a manner has brutal effects on the readiness of our Nation's defense.”

Mr. Chairman, let me join you in congratulating our panel here and the participation you're bringing to this challenge.

Could you tell us more about the telehealth services you offer and some of the successes the University of Mississippi in particular, has experienced through telehealth.

I understand that the Army's unfunded requirements list includes a $3.1 billion increase in end strength beyond the fiscal year 2017 NDAA mandate.

We want to know what the priorities are for funding.