Patty Murray actually said...

"We created an Office of Rural Health within the VA to improve the delivery of care to rural veterans."

"Many tell me they have to drive several hours--through snowy and icy conditions in the winter time--just to see their doctor."

"If you could, because I am concerned about whether or not that is accurate; and if it is, what we are doing to provide outreach and better access for our servicemembers in more rural areas."

"The VA's studies have found that rural veterans are in poorer health than those living in urban areas where care is more accessible."