I thank the chairwoman for yielding, and I thank our colleagues on the other side of the aisle. I am so thrilled today to rise in favor of the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act. Christa McAuliffe was a teacher at my alma mater…

This is a win-win-win scenario and a very bipartisan hearing, and we can save the planet, save money, create jobs, and, it turns out, save the birds.

These children are traumatized, and all the more reason to treat them with respect and not engage in furthering their trauma.

Because that report is well overdue to Congress. And I think the actions reflect the priorities and the concerns, and combating sexual violence is a priority of mine and I think one that we need to take very seriously.

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. I will be quick. The third letter of support is from the National Association of Home Builders, which will demonstrate the bipartisan support. The fourth is from Consumer Reports, and finally one from…

So, again, Mr. Speaker, this bill has strong bipartisan support, and I encourage all my colleagues to support it.

I thank Representative Schakowsky for yielding. I want to say to Representative Long that I am so sorry for his loss, and, again, it is appropriate to be with him on the floor today. Mr. Speaker, more than 20 years ago, Cheryl and Todd…

Today's hearing presents an important opportunity for this Committee to build off what we learned and address specific legislative proposals that will take care of our veterans and enhance the access to quality care.

I urge the Committee to consider this legislation for markup and believe that it can be passed through the House on suspension.

I was so proud of the bipartisan work that we did on this Committee while I was a Member during my first 6 years in Congress.

Sexual assault rates for women have been at it's highest since 2006 and how the VA handles their claims needs to be approached.

My constituents in New Hampshire are aware of these crises, and we are all too familiar that approximately 20 veterans and 1-2 servicemembers die by suicide every day.