If this were a disease, we'd call it an epidemic, and we'd do whatever we needed to, to fix it.

Should be or will be?

Unfortunately, the first semester of this program did not go smoothly for many of these veterans.

I'm much more interested in whether the agency is actually keeping these commitments.

If somebody does not repay that advance payment that is owed back, what recourse do you have?

This education program was created for those who have served in the Armed Forces since the devastating attacks on September 11, 2001.

When these brave men and women choose to pursue their educational goals, their benefits need to be accurate, timely, and hassle free.

Until we get answers to questions, we do not know the next questions to ask.

I would point out to the Chair that the last paragraph of my opening statement praises his willingness to work with me as we try to draft a technical corrections bill, and I thank you, Mr. Chairman, for that.

Does VA intend to provide advance payments in the future?

What steps, if any, can be taken in the near- to mid-term to mitigate the shortfall of rotary lift assets in Afghanistan?

By accelerating the planned retirement of 257 legacy fighter aircraft, we are committed to a smaller, but more capable fifth-generation fighter force.