Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement in response to the Senate’s markup of the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023”
Post Date: February 8, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 8, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America released the following statement today from PVA Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley in response to today’s markup of S. 1939, the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023,” by the Senate Commerce Committee.
“We are glad to finally see forward movement on the reauthorization of the FAA by the Senate. We now strongly urge both the Senate and House to work together to ensure the final bill directly addresses the unique needs of those who would benefit most – our nation’s disability community.”
Ansley continued, “many of our nation’s disabled veterans – with emphasis on those with catastrophic injuries and illnesses like our members – have waited and suffered long enough for airlines to prioritize their safety and for Congress to make the changes necessary for them to fly with dignity. We hope the FAA will be reauthorized without further extension before March 8, as the lives of so many are at stake.”
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Statement From Walter Reed Military Medical Center Officials on Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Health Status
Feb. 12, 2024 |
Dr. John Maddox, Trauma Medical Director, and Dr. Gregory Chesnut, Center for Prostate Disease Research of the Murtha Cancer Center Director, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland, provided the following statement regarding Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's health status:
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underwent non-surgical procedures under general anesthesia to address his bladder issue. We anticipate a successful recovery and will closely monitor him overnight.
A prolonged hospital stay is not anticipated. We anticipate the Secretary will be able to resume his normal duties tomorrow. The current bladder issue is not expected to change his anticipated full recovery. His cancer prognosis remains excellent.
https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3674000/statement-from-walter-reed-military-medical-center-officials-on-secretary-of-de/