Issue Position: Standing Up for those Who Defend US

Issue Position

As a member of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, Vicky has helped pass the National Defense Authorization Act every year. The law helps ensure the warfighter and their families have the resources they need to keep us safe. She led the effort in Congress which secured an additional 12 Boeing Super Hornet fighter jets in 2016 and is working to secure 14 additional in 2017 so those taking on ISIL have the aircraft they need.
Vicky is a passionate advocate for Whiteman Air Force Base and Fort Leonard Wood and a leader in national defense serving as Subcommittee Chairwoman on the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

Vicky is also a tireless advocate for those who have served and defended our country: our veterans. She regularly visits with veterans listening and working to get them the benefits they have earned. She also visits the Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia as well as Veteran's Clinics throughout the district to monitor wait times and see firsthand the care that is being given.

Hosting her Veteran's Resource Fair, Vicky worked to connect veterans with the services they need so they can continue their education, train for jobs, or navigate the healthcare system.

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