[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 130 (Thursday, July 27, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4042]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CRUCIAL LEGISLATION THAT AIMS TO ENSURE SAFE HOUSING FOR OUR VETERANS

  (Mr. LANGWORTHY asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LANGWORTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 4366, the 
Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies 
appropriations bill for fiscal year 2024, in particular, the allocation 
of $6.61 million for the Department of Defense Family Housing 
Improvement Fund.
  This crucial legislation aims to ensure that the brave families of 
our servicemembers receive the dignified and safe housing they truly 
deserve.
  Our military families sacrifice so much for the security and 
prosperity of our country. They endure the long deployments, frequent 
relocations, and the emotional toll that comes with having a loved one 
in harm's way. The least we can do is provide them with housing that 
meets the standards that they deserve.
  Regrettably, we have heard from many of these families that their 
current housing situation is inadequate, and in some cases, unsafe and 
unsuitable for raising a family. This is unacceptable.
  The Department of Defense Family Housing Improvement Fund will bring 
about much-needed changes and improvements to the lives of those that 
selflessly serve our Nation. We cannot afford to fail them any longer.
  Investing in our military families is not a matter of gratitude, it 
is a matter of national security and readiness. Our servicemembers 
perform at their very best.

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