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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Continuing his fight on behalf of Ohio’s heroes, Congressman Zack Space (OH-18) today announced that he has been reappointed to the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.  He will also rejoin the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee where he will help ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) implements necessary reforms to better care for our returning soldiers.

“I am the product of a long line of veterans, and I take our country’s commitment to our heroes very seriously,” Space said.  “For far too long, the VA has shortchanged our veterans; I will not stop fighting until each and every one gets what they have earned.”

“Last Congress, we made some significant strides on behalf of our veterans, but we still have a long way to go.  I am honored that my colleagues value the work I am doing and want me to remain on the committee to continue that work,” Space continued.

Congressman Space has served on the committee since 2007.  In his first term, the House passed legislation he authored to reimburse rural hospitals for emergency care provided to veterans before being transferred to VA facilities, as well as legislation to reform the disparity in veterans’ disability payments that has been short-changing Ohio veterans.  Space plans to work with Secretary Shinseki, to address issues of seamless transition and rural veterans’ health care.  Space’s Veterans Advisory Board has been asked to serve another term to keep him apprised of concerns facing veterans in Ohio’s 18th Congressional District.

 Space also serves on the prestigious Energy and Commerce Committee.

Congressman Space has represented Ohio's 18th Congressional District since 2007.  He is working to restore integrity to the office, expand Ohio's economy, and support renewable energy.