"I just think I am with you more than you realize, but I am also wondering how often we get to maybe hysteria levels on some things."
"H.R 2065 would mandate that these public and nonprofits organizations are in compliance with Life Safety Code."
"Just as our veterans helped to ensure the safety of Americans during their active service, the United States should do no less for them now."
"There are just examples like that, Mr. Chairman--of examples where people have not followed the code."
"An annual cost of $100 spread out over your facility or $200."
"These men and women sacrificed for our country, they must have a safe home."
"It is a policy, not a requirement. It is a policy. I think this is an omission governing our veterans' homeless program funds."
"We have the jurisdiction where there is Federal money being used to help these individuals."
"I have seen lack of sprinkler systems and I know that if you are going to have a combined-use where you have counseling and housing, there is a requirement to have a fire separation, a two-hour separa..."
"Five people were killed in a Texas shelter."
"This common sense legislation would ensure the wellbeing of veterans who have fallen on hard times and are in the most need of assistance."