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On the recordMarch 21, 2017
After working 4 years to reduce the claims backlog, it is once again increasing, and the Choice Program will soon run out of money and is in need of reform.
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Nita Lowey
Democratic · New York

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Highlighting the challenges faced by the VA regarding claims backlog and funding.

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