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TM Chairman Rosendale Opens Hearing on VA Cybersecurity, Protecting Veterans’ Data

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Today, Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.), the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the subcommittee’s oversight hearing entitled, “"VA Cybersecurity: Protecting Veteran Data from Evolving Threats.": Good morning. The Subcommittee will come to order. I want…

Dr. Miller-Meeks at Hearing on Services for Veteran Amputees: “Prosthetics care is essential to the bedrock of VA’s mission.”

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Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), the Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the subcommittee’s oversight hearing entitled, “Life After Limb Loss: Examining VA Amputee Prosthetics Care”: Good afternoon, everyone. This oversight hearing for the Subcommittee on…

House Republicans Pass Flagship Veterans’ Package with Overwhelming Bipartisan Support

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Chairman Bost and Vietnam Veteran

Today, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-Ariz.), and leading veterans service organizations (VSOs) released the following statements after the House passed Rep. Ciscomani’s landmark veterans’ package, H.R. 8371, The Senator Elizabeth Dole…

Memorial Affairs Chairman Luttrell at National Cemeteries Hearing: “We must ensure every veteran nationwide has a final resting place.”

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Today, Rep. Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas), the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the subcommittee’s hearing on a review of the Army’s progress to resume Caisson Platoon operations at Arlington National Cemetery as well as the Department of…

On the Ground: Chairman Bost’s Team Visits Mountain Home VA Following Allegations of Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, and Inappropriate Behavior, Investigation into Facility

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Today, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), released the following statement after his oversight team visited the Mountain Home VA Medical Center in Tennessee following disturbing allegations of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and inappropriate interpersonal relationships at the facility. These concerns were first brought to the Chairman by Under Secretary…

Answer the Mail: Chairman Bost Pushes Biden-Harris Admin for Answers on Range of Issues for Veterans and their Families

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Today, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), released the following statement in response to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) failing to answer nearly 30 letter requests made by the Committee, including over 50 additional requests-for-information, on various issues pertaining to the delivery of care, benefits, and services at VA: “Veterans and…

Chairman Bost’s Statement on Disturbing Buffalo VA IG Report

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Today, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), released the following statement after the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Inspector General (OIG) released a report this afternoon titled, “Leaders Failed to Address Community Care Consult Delays Despite Staff’s Advocacy Efforts at VA Western New York Healthcare System in Buffalo.” The report found…

Tech Mod Chairman Rosendale Leads Hearing on VA’s Appointment Scheduling Systems, Including Community Care

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Today, Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.), the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the subcommittee’s oversight hearing entitled, “Ensuring Timely Access: Challenges in VA Scheduling." Good morning. The Subcommittee will come to order. I want to welcome our…

Economic Opportunity Chairman Van Orden Holds VA Accountable over Digital GI Bill Project Mismanagement

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Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wisc.), the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the subcommittee’s hearing to discuss a recent VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) report highlighting issues with the planning, expectations, and execution of the Digital GI Bill…

Chairman Bost at Hearing on Support for Veteran Caregivers: “As a veteran who comes from a military family, I understand these challenges firsthand.”

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Today, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at the start of the Committee’s oversight hearing entitled, “Everyday Heroes: Supporting the Veteran Caregiver Community.” Good morning. The Committee will come to order. I want to welcome all the witnesses to our hearing. Before we get started, I’d…

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