Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Bruce Braley (IA-01) released the following statement after the U.S. Army Reserve reported that Staff Sgt. Richard Billmeyer of Epworth was seriously injured in Afghanistan:
"My thoughts and prayers are with Richard and his family. As he begins his recovery, I hope he knows we're all pulling for him. My heart goes out to all the brave young men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country."
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