U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic Act

1/14/2025, 5:02 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4136

Bill 118 hr 4136, also known as the U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The bill is named in honor of former Congressman Sam Johnson, who served in the House of Representatives for over 25 years and was a strong advocate for veterans' rights.

The main purpose of this bill is to authorize the construction of a new Veterans Affairs (VA) clinic in the city of Plano, Texas. The clinic will provide essential healthcare services to veterans in the area, including primary care, mental health services, and specialty care.

The bill outlines the requirements for the construction of the clinic, including the size and location of the facility, as well as the services that must be provided to veterans. It also specifies the funding sources for the construction and operation of the clinic. Overall, the U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic Act aims to improve access to healthcare for veterans in the Plano area and honor the legacy of Congressman Sam Johnson. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of veterans in the community.

Congressional Summary of HR 4136

U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic Act

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Plano, Texas, as the U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic.

Current Status of Bill HR 4136

Bill HR 4136 is currently in the status of Signed by President since January 2, 2025. Bill HR 4136 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2023.  Bill HR 4136's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-214. as of January 2, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4136

Total Number of Sponsors
11
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
11
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
64
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
46
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4136

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional tributesDepartment of Veterans AffairsGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyHealth facilities and institutionsHome and outpatient careMembers of CongressTexasVeterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4136

U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic ActU.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic ActU.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic ActU.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic ActTo name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Plano, Texas, as the "U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic".
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