Good afternoon, Chair and colleagues.
Thank you to our witnesses for your important work to support our veterans with this study with your very important testimony. It's really heartfelt, and you can hear from all of us that your testimony is very valuable.
Special thanks go to those who have served and who continue to serve our country and to their spouses as well. We all need to work together to support our country.
Mr. Chair, through you, I'll direct my questions to the National Association of Federal Retirees. I do have a few questions, so let's see if we can get through them.
Why do you think that common-law partners have not been included in the benefit process as well? Can you add your input?