07/17/2023
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"Women represent roughly 16% of the United States active duty force, 18% of the officer corps, and the 2,000,000 female veterans in our country represent the fastest group of veterans."
"I appreciate the opportunity to submit my statement for the record in support of the passage of my bill, H.R. 2681, concerning the availability of prosthetics for women veterans."
"When they do, they deserve to know that they will receive the highest-quality, specialized care that we can provide - and that includes prosthetic items that are specifically designed for them."
"I proudly represent New York's 21st Congressional District where nearly 1 in 10 adults is a veteran."