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Veterans Hearing Health Act introduced by Tom Barrett ensures swift repairs for veterans' hearing aids

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Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/

Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/

Congressman Tom Barrett recently shared a series of tweets elaborating on his legislative initiatives and achievements. These tweets, published on April 30, 2025, highlight efforts to address veterans' needs, modernize infrastructure, and enact bipartisan bills fostering economic and security improvements.

In a tweet posted on April 30 at 4:21 PM UTC, Congressman Barrett announced the introduction of the Veterans Hearing Health Expansion Act. The bill aims to "ensure veterans can get their hearing aids repaired quickly and locally," thereby eliminating prolonged waiting periods and unnecessary travel for service members. In his post, Barrett stated, "Just common sense care for those who served."

Later the same day at 5:46 PM UTC, Barrett highlighted his work within the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. He tweeted about efforts to "deliver a reconciliation package that modernizes air traffic control, strengthens the Coast Guard, and makes EVs pay their fair share," all in the pursuit of "cutting billions in wasteful spending."

In an additional tweet at 8:06 PM UTC, Barrett shared the success of passing several bipartisan bills designed to protect American families and advance technological infrastructure. He expressed pride over these accomplishments, asserting they were aimed to "protect families, fight hidden fees, strengthen our supply chains, and secure America’s communications future."

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