05/20/2009
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"Well, whatever we can do on the reprogramming, please let us know. And again, I want to commend you on the excess funds, is not necessarily negative. It is that you are being very responsible."
"It is a challenge for the Services to manage these programs without a timely budget."
"These programs are vital to maintaining the readiness of the military."
"I am concerned though that Secretary Hale has suggested that, as of August, the Department may not be able to pay physicians who provide services to retirees under TRICARE."