Patty Murray actually said...

"If the rules come out as we saw the draft with the narrow definition, it will not be in keeping with the intent of Congress."

"Like all budgets, the VA budget is a reflection of our values, and that each of those values has a direct impact on the lives of thousands, if not millions, of our veterans."

"I know the President's Fiscal Year 2012 Budget does not completely reflect the implementation of the recently enacted improvements legislation."

"I would also note that I am as committed today as I was during my early years on the Committee to the belief that the Government can be fiscally responsible while still fulfilling its commitments to t..."