Sen. Cornyn Statement on 5th Anniversary of Fort Hood Attack

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U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, today issued the following statement on the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attack on Fort Hood:

"As we mark five years since the terrorist attack on Fort Hood, my thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen, the wounded, and the entire Fort Hood community who lost 13 heroes and an unborn child that fateful day. Fort Hood has endured tremendous tragedy and loss over the past 5 years but has persevered with the strength and grit III Corps is known for around the world, and has emerged stronger and closer than ever."

In May, the Senate Armed Services Committee unanimously approved Sen. Cornyn's legislation to ensure the military victims of the 2009 Fort Hood terrorist attack are eligible for all the honors and benefits available to their fellow U.S. troops who have fallen victim to international terrorist attacks, especially Purple Heart awards. The measure was adopted as an amendment to the 2015 Defense Authorization bill, which is expected to be passed soon by the full Senate and sent to President Obama for his signature.

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