Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution supports the naming of new or undedicated Department of Veterans Affairs facilities after women veterans and minority veterans to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces.

Bill 118 HRES 851, also known as the "Naming of VA Facilities after Women and Minority Veterans Act," is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to express support for naming new or currently unnamed facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans. The purpose of this resolution is to honor and recognize the diverse contributions of all individuals who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of reflecting the diversity of the military community in the naming of VA facilities, as women and minority veterans have historically been underrepresented in the recognition of their service. By naming these facilities after women and minority veterans, the resolution aims to pay tribute to their sacrifices and achievements, as well as to inspire future generations of diverse individuals to serve their country.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 851 seeks to promote inclusivity and diversity within the Department of Veterans Affairs by ensuring that all veterans, regardless of gender or ethnicity, are properly honored and remembered for their service to the nation.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 851

Introduced on
2023-11-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/8/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the naming of new or undedicated Department of Veterans Affairs facilities after women veterans and minority veterans to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces.

Bill 118 HRES 851, also known as the "Naming of VA Facilities after Women and Minority Veterans Act," is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to express support for naming new or currently unnamed facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans. The purpose of this resolution is to honor and recognize the diverse contributions of all individuals who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of reflecting the diversity of the military community in the naming of VA facilities, as women and minority veterans have historically been underrepresented in the recognition of their service. By naming these facilities after women and minority veterans, the resolution aims to pay tribute to their sacrifices and achievements, as well as to inspire future generations of diverse individuals to serve their country.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 851 seeks to promote inclusivity and diversity within the Department of Veterans Affairs by ensuring that all veterans, regardless of gender or ethnicity, are properly honored and remembered for their service to the nation.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/13/2023

This resolution supports the naming of new or undedicated Department of Veterans Affairs facilities after women veterans and minority veterans to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces.


Latest Action11/8/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.