Richard Burr
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Richard Burr is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from North Carolina since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Burr has focused on issues such as veterans' health care and the relationship between the Department of Veterans Affairs and academic institutions. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving services for veterans and enhancing the efficiency of government programs.
Jul 21, 2009
If confirmed, do I have your assurance that you will be proactive in notifying the Committee, both sides of the aisle, on any issues that deal with the Veterans Administration?
Jul 21, 2009
I really do believe that the vision that Secretary Shinseki and the President have articulated for the VA is one that can be effective and realistic.
Jul 21, 2009
If confirmed, how would you ask your staff to prioritize requests from various Members? Would it depend at all on whether the request is from the majority or minority?
Jul 21, 2009
How important do you believe a free flow of information is between the agency and Congress?
Jul 21, 2009
VA has more tools and resources than ever before to end homelessness for our Nation's veterans.
Jul 21, 2009
I told you that I believed what VHA needs is a leader who will shake things up, one who is bold.
Jul 21, 2009
I would ask you, upon your confirmation, would you make a special effort to review the status of that review?
Jul 21, 2009
If a year from now we have got the same percentage number of cases that have not been referred and they exceed the statutory 60-day limit, what question should I ask of you then?
Jul 21, 2009
As Ranking Member, I do have some responsibilities to Members on this side of the aisle to actively do oversight.
Jul 21, 2009
In my view, this will help prevent USERRA violations from occurring in the first place.
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