Cornyn Statement on Fort Hood Verdict

Statement

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement after Maj. Nidal Hasan was found guilty in conjunction with the Fort Hood shooting that killed 13 and injured over 30 others.

"The victims and families have had to wait for far too long for today's decision, but I hope they can take some relief in today's outcome as they and the entire Fort Hood community continues to grieve.

"Fort Hood has long been a source of pride for all Texans, and the heroes who put themselves in harm's way on that fateful day deserve to be recognized for their sacrifice whether overseas or at home.

"We must turn our attention to ensuring that the victims of this horrible tragedy and their families receive the full honors and benefits bestowed upon soldiers who are wounded or killed in overseas combat zones."

Sen. Cornyn is currently drafting legislation that would make the Fort Hood victims and their families eligible for all the honors and benefits available to their comrades serving in overseas combat zones. He has previously introduced the Fort Hood Victims and Families Benefits Protection Act, which also would make those service members wounded or killed in the Fort Hood attack eligible for the Purple Heart.

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