Political Quotes

“In closing, when Members of Congress met in the subcommittee to write this appropriations package, planning the most effective and efficient way to fund many of these programs, they did not pick random funding level. Quite the contrary. The gentleman from New York (Chairman Walsh) and the gentleman from Florida (Chairman Young) had a good solid record of success to guide them upon which to build. They were able to look at all of the significant battles that Congress has fought and won for our veterans in the past, the measurable steps we have taken to provide better and better and better benefits and care for our veterans. In the fight to enhance veterans access to high-quality health care, we have won many battles. Through the Veterans Benefits and Health Care Improvement Act, we ensured quality medical staff through competitive compensation for VA nurses. Through the Veterans Millennium Health Care and Benefits Act, the House has increased access to geriatric evaluation, nursing home care and adult day care. In our fight to improve job training, education and employment placement for veterans, we have won many battles as well.”