We owe our World War II veterans - and all our veterans - a debt we can never fully repay.

This is a form of double taxation and it's simply unfair.

In the over two centuries since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, millions of Americans have bravely served our nation in uniform so that all generations can continue to enjoy those same liberties.

In addition to demanding answers and accountability from the Veterans Administration, Congress had to act to ensure veterans do not suffer because of the actions of a federal agency.

We remain united with the British, and our allies around the world, in our resolve to defeat terrorism and bring those who commit these acts to justice.

We know we must win the war on terror to protect innocent people and the freedoms that define our way of life.

Eliminating the death tax is particularly important for the many small business owners and family farmers that call Central Washington home.