To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic, and for other purposes.

12/16/2024, 7:21 PM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 9997, also known as the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic Naming Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey after Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the clinic.

Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. was a decorated World War II veteran who served in the United States Army and played a significant role in the D-Day invasion at Normandy. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his bravery and leadership during the battle.

The bill seeks to honor Lomell's service and sacrifice by naming the VA clinic in Toms River after him. This clinic provides important healthcare services to veterans in the area, and naming it after a distinguished veteran like Lomell would serve as a fitting tribute to his legacy. In addition to naming the clinic, the bill may also include other provisions related to the clinic's operations or services. These details would be outlined in the full text of the legislation. Overall, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic Naming Act is a bipartisan effort to honor a deserving veteran and ensure that the clinic continues to provide quality care to veterans in the Toms River area.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 9997

Introduced on
2024-10-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/18/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 9997, also known as the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic Naming Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey after Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the clinic.

Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. was a decorated World War II veteran who served in the United States Army and played a significant role in the D-Day invasion at Normandy. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his bravery and leadership during the battle.

The bill seeks to honor Lomell's service and sacrifice by naming the VA clinic in Toms River after him. This clinic provides important healthcare services to veterans in the area, and naming it after a distinguished veteran like Lomell would serve as a fitting tribute to his legacy. In addition to naming the clinic, the bill may also include other provisions related to the clinic's operations or services. These details would be outlined in the full text of the legislation. Overall, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic Naming Act is a bipartisan effort to honor a deserving veteran and ensure that the clinic continues to provide quality care to veterans in the Toms River area.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr. VA Clinic, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Comments

APPROVED
AK
Aisha Kuhn
@currant_broccoli_celeriac43788
I don't really see the point of this bill. Seems like a waste of time and resources to me. Just my two cents.

APPROVED
CB
Clayton Booth
@kynross_habanero_roti08681
I don't think it's right that they're naming the VA clinic after one person. This bill should focus on helping all veterans, not just honoring one individual. It feels like a missed opportunity to make a real impact on the community. #disappointed

APPROVED
IS
Isabella Sun
@pain_au_levain_culantro_gem_squash77783
Ugh, can't believe they're wasting time and money on naming some clinic in Jersey after some random dude. Like, who even is Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, Jr.? This is just another example of government inefficiency and misplaced priorities. This bill is a...

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.