Derek Kilmer: “I believe that is unfair and punishes Tribal members who wish to give back to their people through government service.”

This retreat would provide a rare opportunity to engage with one another outside of the pressures of Washington, D.C.

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Congress has never awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to any group of Vietnam veterans. Today, we can change that by passing this legislation. I ask my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to vote…

These retreats will allow us to identify areas of mutual concern and agreement.

I was proud to introduce the BUDS Resolution along with Representative Young Kim, who, in an ideal world, would be listed as a lead sponsor as well.