Political Quotes

“H.R. 3645, the Veterans Health Care and Procurement Improvement Act of 2002, as reported, deserves the support of every Member of this House. When enacted, H.R. 3645 will improve the delivery of important benefits to veterans, expedite the process associated with enhanced use of VA assets and improve the cost-effectiveness of VA procurement of medical and surgical items resulting in wiser and more effective use of taxpayer dollars to provide medical care to our Nation's veterans. Other key provisions of this bill add or strengthen benefits for certain Filipino veterans or for U.S. former prisoners of war. As the author of H.R. 3645, I appreciate and recognize the cooperation and assistance provided by the Chairman of our Committee, Chris Smith, in guiding H.R. 3645 through Committee consideration. I am also grateful to the Chairman and Ranking Member of our Health Subcommittee, Jerry Moran and Bob Filner, for their conscientious efforts to improve H.R. 3645. Their contributions are both welcome and appreciated.”