May 24, 2026
Tomorrow, Americans from across the country will join together in honor of Memorial Day, a solemn day where we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States of America.
Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy today and preserved this great nation for future generations. While we can never fully repay those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we can honor their memory by ensuring that the men and women who wear the uniform today, and those who have already served, receive the care, support, and respect they have earned.
That commitment must be reflected in policy, not just words. Veterans deserve care they can access, benefits delivered on time, and a Department of Veterans Affairs that works for veterans rather than bureaucrats. They deserve the ability to access community care when the VA cannot meet their needs, along with meaningful support for mental health, housing, education, and employment.
That’s why we are taking action. We secured funding to modernize VA facilities and reduce appointment backlogs, expanded access to community care options, strengthened mental health and suicide prevention resources, and worked to improve accountability throughout the VA system. We have also advanced efforts to help veterans transition successfully into civilian careers, expand educational opportunities, and address veteran homelessness.
On Memorial Day, we remember those who never came home. We honor the Gold Star families who carry their memory forward. And we recommit ourselves to ensuring that every veteran who did return home receives the support and gratitude of a nation they served so faithfully.
Please take a moment to watch my Memorial Day message and keep those who gave everything in your thoughts and prayers. God bless our fallen heroes, our veterans, our active-duty service members, and the United States of America.
Sincerely,
Rep. Nicholas A. Langworthy
