Eliot Engel: “I rise today in support of six excellent pieces of legislation that would benefit our Nation's veterans. Unfortunately…”

“I rise today in support of six excellent pieces of legislation that would benefit our Nation's veterans. Unfortunately, due to a family medical emergency, I am unable to be present and vote for these bills today. However, had I been here to vote, each of the six bills would have had my full support. As we approach Memorial Day, it is important to honor our Nation's servicemen and servicewomen. We would not be a free Nation without the sacrifices that each and every one has made. These six important pieces of legislation are an excellent way to repay some of the debt that we owe all of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines and merchant marines. I support each of these bills, and I urge all of my colleagues to honor our veterans by supporting these bills as well.”