David Roe: “These are the overarching principles behind the discussion draft Chairman Kline recently released.”

We have to reach out and try to find those 14 who never get to the VA, never get the care.

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.

Why don't we take a public health approach?

I will not sit here and tell you that I am going to give you a metric and that we will eliminate veteran suicide.