The text is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Claeys regarding their support for increasing veterans' disability compensation. Jones acknowledges their communication and informs them that the bills they mentioned, H.R. 11469 and S. 2710, are pending in the House and Senate Committees on Veterans Affairs. He assures them that he will follow the progress of the bills and be responsive to the needs of veterans. The Claeys had expressed their concerns about the rising cost of living and the struggles faced by veterans. Jones expresses his appreciation for their input and assures them of his efforts to support veterans.