I call the meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 32 of the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs. Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the House order of Thursday, June 23, 2022. Members can attend in person, in the room, or remotely using the Zoom application, but we have everyone here in person today.
Before you speak, please wait until I recognize you by name. A reminder that all comments by members should be addressed through the chair.
Today's meeting will focus on committee business. I see that Blake Richards, the committee's first vice-chair, already has his hand up.
The floor is yours, Mr. Richards.