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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic".

12/29/2022, 1:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9237

Bill 117 hr 9237, also known as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic Act," aims to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic." This bill is named after Delphine Metcalf-Foster, a prominent veteran and advocate for veterans' rights.

Delphine Metcalf-Foster is a highly respected figure in the veteran community, having served as the first African American woman to be elected as the National Commander of the Disabled American Veterans organization. She has dedicated her life to advocating for veterans' rights and ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.

By renaming the VA clinic in Vallejo after Delphine Metcalf-Foster, this bill seeks to honor her contributions to the veteran community and recognize her tireless efforts in advocating for veterans' rights. This renaming would serve as a fitting tribute to her legacy and the impact she has made in the lives of countless veterans. Overall, Bill 117 hr 9237 is a bipartisan effort to honor a deserving individual and highlight the importance of supporting and recognizing the contributions of veterans in our society.

Congressional Summary of HR 9237

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Vallejo, California, as the Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic.

Current Status of Bill HR 9237

Bill HR 9237 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 25, 2022. Bill HR 9237 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 25, 2022.  Bill HR 9237's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of October 25, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9237

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9237

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9237

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic".
To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic".

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