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Article: REP. WALDEN SUPPORTS INCREASED FUNDING FOR OREGON VETERANS' HEALTH

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June 15, 2007
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Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore. (2nd CD), issued the following news release:

The House of Representatives today passed legislation that provides major funding increases for issues important to Oregon veterans. The military spending and veterans affairs appropriations bill, which passed the House by a 409-2 margin, was supported by Rep. Greg Walden (R-Ore.).

"The men and women in uniform put everything on the line for us and deserve the very best care when they return home," Congressman Walden said. "They must know that no matter what, the American people will support them and will never forget the debt we owe them."

Last month, two members of Congressman Walden's staff traveled throughout the vast ...

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