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That the Senate— (1) honors and celebrates the 100-year anniversary of Department of Veterans Affairs (referred to in this resolution as the VA) research, representing a century of lifesaving and cutting-edge research conducted by the VA which improves the lives of veterans, people in the United States, and individuals around the world; (2) applauds the spirit of inquiry and commitment to scientific excellence of VA researchers and their affiliates, who ensure that veterans receive the most up-to-date, effective care and maintain the leadership and competitiveness of the United States in scientific research and healthcare; (3) recognizes the critical importance of supporting VA research through robust funding, public support, and Federal cooperation; (4) acknowledges that VA research facilities and their affiliates contribute significantly to the economies of their local communities; and (5) supports the designation of the week of May 12, 2025, through May 16, 2025, as Veteran Affairs Research Week.