. . . Our commitment to our veterans is not something to remember only one day a year but a commitment which lasts a lifetime."
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas (SAN ANTONIO) Congressman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) released the following statement today in honor of our nations observance of Veterans Day:
Congressman Smith: Today we honor all the veterans past and present who have served our country and defended our nations freedoms. America is a stronger country today because of the sacrifices our veterans have made. The debt that we owe our brave servicemen and women can never fully be repaid. Our commitment to our veterans is not something to remember only one day a year but a commitment which lasts a lifetime."
Congressman Smith recently voted for Veterans Affairs legislation that passed the House and Senate and was signed into law by the president. That legislation would expand access to care for veterans expedite the firing of negligent VA employees provide for additional medical staff and lease facilities for 27 new VA hospitals and clinics. In addition Congressman Smiths office can assist veterans in the 21
st Congressional district seeking assistance with questions or concerns regarding veterans benefits.
