Congress Adds $3.2 Billion to Bush's VA Budget for 2009

Congress Adds $3.2 Billion to Bush's VA Budget for 2009

Sen. Daniel Akaka and Rep. Bob Filner


House Committee on Veterans Affairs

Mar 14, 2008
Article 1 of 2: Chairman Filner Lauds Passage of Budget

March 13, 2008, Washington, D.C. – House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner (D-CA) released the following statement today on the passage of a Democratic budget by the House of Representatives: “The Democratic budget resolution passed today by the House of Representatives builds on the historical funding increases for veterans programs last year, recognizes the needs faced by America’s veterans today, and invests in our veterans for tomorrow. In this time of war, as we continue to send men and women into harm’s way, we must be committed and prepared to fully provide the resources to care for these heroes upon their return – and this budget does that.”
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Democrats, Veterans Discuss How Budget Serves Nation's Service Members
Senators Daniel Akaka, Charles Schumer and Patty Murray and Representatives Bob Filner and Chet Edwards joined veterans in a press conference today to discuss how the Democrats’ budget will help improve the quality of life for our nation’s veterans. Democrats have a fiscally responsible plan to restore military readiness, honor our commitment to troops and veterans, and enhance national security.