To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".

3/11/2025, 8:06 AM
Congress
119

Number
HR - 255

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic.

Bill 119 hr 255, also known as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic." The bill is named after General Bernie Mittemeyer, a highly respected and decorated veteran who served in the United States Army.

The purpose of this bill is to honor General Mittemeyer's service and dedication to his country by naming the VA clinic in Lubbock after him. The clinic provides essential healthcare services to veterans in the area, and renaming it after General Mittemeyer is seen as a fitting tribute to his contributions to the military and the veteran community.

If passed, the bill will officially change the name of the clinic to the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic," ensuring that his legacy and service are remembered and honored for years to come. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is expected to pass with overwhelming support.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/14/2025

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic.


Latest Action2/11/2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.