The question of how to improve the care and treatment of our nation’s Veterans has been an important debate recently, highlighted by new Veterans legislation recently passed by Congress and signed into law by the president. Congressman Mike Rogers continued his focus on Veterans issues by hosting Veterans' Roundtables in Oxford, Opelika and Roanoke to hear how that legislation and other assistance could help improve the overall care and treatment of East Alabama’s Veterans, especially at VA facilities.

            Rogers said the smaller Veterans Roundtable idea stemmed from a July meeting of his Third District Veterans Advisory Committee held in Sylacauga. Rogers said he asked committee members to seek out additional Veterans in their areas who had experienced problems in having their claims processed or who had other issues regarding customer care at VA facilities.  "I am so pleased we were able to facilitate this meeting to again hear firsthand from our Veterans, as well as continue to help them individually," Rogers said. “We had a productive conversation on what needs to improve at the VA.”

            Rogers said he was sure there are other Veterans across East Alabama who may need assistance and urged them to contact one of his local offices in Anniston or Opelika.  "I always tell folks, I cannot help fix a problem if I do not know about it.  My staff and I are here to serve each of you across East Alabama," Rogers added.

            "The men and women who have bravely served our country in uniform deserve the best care and treatment we can offer them," Rogers said. “Our nation must live up to its promise for our nation’s Veterans.”

            Rogers serves as a senior member of the House Agriculture, Armed Services and Homeland Security Committees.

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