A bill to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic".

8/9/2024, 7:44 PM

Summary of Bill S 3249

Bill 118 s 3249, also known as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic."

The bill specifically honors Captain Elwin Shopteese, a veteran who served in the United States Army and was a member of the Kickapoo Tribe of Kansas. Captain Shopteese dedicated his life to serving his country and his community, and this legislation seeks to recognize his contributions by naming the VA clinic in his honor.

By designating the clinic as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic," this bill aims to pay tribute to Captain Shopteese's service and sacrifice, as well as to honor all veterans who have served their country with distinction. This legislation highlights the importance of honoring and remembering the contributions of our nation's veterans, and seeks to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Overall, Bill 118 s 3249 is a bipartisan effort to recognize the service of Captain Elwin Shopteese and all veterans, and to ensure that their legacy lives on through the naming of the VA clinic in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas.

Congressional Summary of S 3249

This bill designates the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs at 9201 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas, as the Captain Elwin Shopteese Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic or the Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic.

Current Status of Bill S 3249

Bill S 3249 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 8, 2023. Bill S 3249 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 8, 2023.  Bill S 3249's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-75. as of July 30, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3249

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3249

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Government buildings, facilities, and propertyKansasVeterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3249

A bill to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic".A bill to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic".
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