Nita Lowey: “I cannot in good conscience tell my constituents that their country does not value their bond, their commitment, or…”

I am delighted to yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. Wasserman Schultz), the chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies. {time} 1845

I am delighted to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Ohio (Ms. Kaptur), my friend, the distinguished chair of the subcommittee that does so much good work here.

I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Washington (Ms. Schrier).

Congress has the unique opportunity to support the Administration in creating a new strategy that takes a long-term approach.