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Simpson Remarks at Investigation Hearing on the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
November 20, 2024
Remarks
Good morning everyone and thank you for being here. I would like to extend a special thanks to our Tribal witnesses who traveled here to share their experiences on this tragic issue.  I would also like to welcome the agency officials who will be joining us on the second panel.
Aderholt Remarks at Hearing on The Social Security Administration
November 20, 2024
Remarks
I want to welcome Commissioner O’Malley to this subcommittee for the first hearing for the Social Security Administration in over a decade.  The last hearing held by this subcommittee was ten years ago under my friend, and former colleague, Mr. Kingston.
Subcommittee Slams VA for Repeated Budgeting Failures
November 20, 2024
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee held an oversight hearing on the Veterans’ Health Administration FY25 potential shortfall.
Cole, First Native American to Chair House Appropriations: "Data indicates that Native women and girls experience a murder rate 10 times higher than the national average.”
November 20, 2024
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, led by Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID), held an oversight hearing on the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women.
Carter Remarks at Oversight Hearing Assessing the Veterans Health Administration Fiscal Year 2025 Potential Shortfall
November 20, 2024
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Good morning. I would like to welcome Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Under Secretary for Health and Mr. Josh Jacobs, Under Secretary for Benefits at the Veterans Benefits Administration both of the Department of Veterans Affairs. 

The subcommittee recognizes and appreciates the work being done at the VA. We know that since the PACT Act, enrollment in VA health care has grown significantly as we provide earned benefits to our veterans.             

Cole Remarks at Oversight Hearing Assessing the Veterans Health Administration Fiscal Year 2025 Potential Shortfall (For the Record)
November 20, 2024
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Dr. Elnahal and Mr. Jacobs, welcome, and thank you for taking the time to appear here today to discuss this pressing issue affecting our veterans.

America’s long line of service is reflected through the millions of people who have served her in uniform across the nation, and I’m proud that nearly 236,000 veterans call Oklahoma home. We owe our freedoms to these heroes, and it is our duty to honor the commitments we’ve made to them. Our veterans should never be underserved – and they should never be misled to believe that their care and benefits are at risk. 

Cole Remarks at Investigation Hearing on the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
November 20, 2024
Remarks
As an enrolled member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma and longest serving Native American in the House of Representatives, Tribal issues have always been at the forefront of the policy decisions I have made and advocated for as a Member of Congress and as a member of this important Committee.
Aderholt Remarks At Hearing On The National Institutes of Health
November 19, 2024
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Good morning. Today we welcome Doctor Bertagnolli to our subcommittee for her first hearing as the Director of the National Institutes of Health.
Members Celebrate “Texas Tough” Kay Granger
November 19, 2024
Press Release
Washington D.C. – Appropriations Chairwoman Emeritus Kay Granger was celebrated this week by colleagues and staff for her historic career on the House Appropriations Committee. During the tribute, Granger’s portrait honoring her chairmanship was revealed to the public. The portrait, painted by Jeffrey Bass, is a powerful depiction of Granger's towering legacy and will hang in the Committee’s main hearing room.
Securing the Border: Inside the Homeland Security Appropriations Bill
November 18, 2024
Press Release
Delivering on the constitutional duty of keeping Americans and the homeland safe are key themes of this week’s Appropriations 101 episode with Homeland Security Subcommittee Chairman Mark Amodei (R-NV), who delves into the core objectives of his FY25 Homeland Security bill. 
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