Beto O'Rourke actually said...

"I am here, even though I am not a permanent member of this subcommittee, I asked to be here today because I wanted to get your feedback on the legislation."

"I think it is largely in part to those who work with your organizations who advocate for veterans who need this kind of help."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and I want to thank each of you for your testimony and your response to our questions."

"I will speak briefly about H.R. 800, also known as the Express Appeals Act, and as Chairman Miller's bill intends to do, this is to speed up the appeals process for veterans."