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Jon Tester is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Montana since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, agriculture, and healthcare throughout his tenure. Tester, who was born on August 21, 1956, has been known for his bipartisan approach and commitment to representing the interests of Montanans in Congress. He has played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at improving the lives of Native American communities and addressing rural issues.
No. In a word, no. And of all the choices that we have out there, that we do every day, food is one of the most important choices we make. That is what we put in our bodies. It gives us power. It gives us intellect. It gives us the ability…
You don't. And by the way, there are three doors here, and it is kind of like ``Let's Make a Deal.'' The problem is, what is behind No. 1, 2, and 3 are all zonks for the American consumers. I say to Senator Merkley, this makes no sense to…
Yes. It is worse than nothing. At least if you had nothing, you know what you have.
In Montana, and I believe across the country, we have witnessed a tragic increase in the suicide rate among guardsmen and reservists that have never been deployed.
The Visa Waiver Program, as the Chairman and the Ranking Member have pointed out--they are important programs--important for our economy--but, they are also of concern.
The American Legion supports the inclusion of the Tester provision requiring VA to reimburse veterans for the reasonable value of emergency treatment or urgent care furnished in a non-Department facility in a final bill.
The quicker we can get this fixed the better it is going to be for the country.
This is one of those moments where my staff, Burr's staff, the Secretary's staff, both of your staffs have helped us, get to a point where we have got something that we think is acceptable.
Montana is one of the few States, I think Maine is another one, that serves veterans under Project ARCH.
The idea of setting up this optimal network of medical providers for veterans will ensure our veterans get the very best care possible.
Senator Blumenthal has been great in the negotiations. His staff has been incredibly helpful.
I want to thank Senator Burr, in particular, for his good work and look forward to finding a path to get this across the finish line.
Choice is broken. We have to figure out how to make it work. Our veterans are suffering because of it, which is unacceptable.
But in 2018, the advance appropriations request for Care in the Community is about $9.4 billion.
I think it is important we get this report. I think we need to get the good information on this report and get it as soon as possible, so I support the chairman's efforts here, but you guys need the tools to be able to do that. So please…
One of my top concerns continues to be the long wait times for veterans trying to get the healthcare through the Choice program.
So on top of that, between the Choice Act funds and discretionary appropriations, I think you are planning on spending about $12 billion on Care in the Community in fiscal year 2017.
So it is important. I believe he is cleared on our side and so if, Mr. Chairman, if you and the other members of this subcommittee can make that plea to your caucus to take off the hold so we can get him confirmed, it could make a big…
I think anything we can do to expand and increase homeownership opportunities.
This year's budget proposes a $50 million increase in the Native Housing Block Grant Program, which is good.
IHS will never be successful unless we provide the funds needed to treat people.
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