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Coats Statement on VA Access Audit

Statement

By: Dan Coats
By: Dan Coats
Date: June 9, 2014
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Entitlements and the Safety Net Veterans Health and Health Care

Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today sent out the following statement after the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released findings of an internal audit.

"This report reaffirms a culture change at the Department of Veterans Affairs is necessary," said Coats. "Confirmed audit findings show that Indiana veterans endured unacceptably long wait times with some never receiving an appointment. As I hear from more veterans, I continue to support an independent investigation to make sure we identify and prosecute those responsible for falsifying records and neglecting patient care. As a veteran, I expect my country to fulfill its promises to my fellow servicemen and women. As a Senator, I will seek to hold them accountable."


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