David Roe: “Just one more question for you all and Dr. Hicks, is the CDC's recommendation zero tolerance?”

Suicide is a national tragedy. It is not just the VA; it is a national tragedy for us.

Implementation and enforcement can be a good thing where government is working with businesses to help them get to a desired result or it can be a dagger in the heart.

Do not imply, Mr. Secretary, I care any less about the veterans who are committing suicide. I have declared suicide prevention to be the No. 1 priority of this committee.

I think we are moving in the right direction.