Las Cruces Bataan Memorial Clinic Act

Bill 117 HR 5929, also known as the Las Cruces Bataan Memorial Clinic Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish a new clinic in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to provide healthcare services to veterans in the area.

The clinic is named in honor of the Bataan Memorial, which commemorates the soldiers who fought in the Bataan Death March during World War II. The clinic will offer a range of medical services to veterans, including primary care, mental health services, and specialty care.

The bill outlines the requirements for the clinic, including staffing levels, equipment, and facilities. It also specifies that the clinic must be operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs and must be located in close proximity to the Bataan Memorial. Overall, the Las Cruces Bataan Memorial Clinic Act aims to improve access to healthcare for veterans in the Las Cruces area and honor the sacrifices of those who served in the Bataan Death March.