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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic".
12/15/2023, 3:58 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3696
Bill 118 hr 3696, also known as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic."
Private First Class Desmond T. Doss was a World War II veteran who served as a combat medic in the United States Army. He was the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery and selflessness during the Battle of Okinawa. Doss saved the lives of 75 of his fellow soldiers without ever carrying a weapon into battle.
The bill seeks to honor Doss's legacy and service by renaming the VA clinic in Lynchburg after him. This renaming would serve as a reminder of Doss's courage and dedication to his fellow servicemen and women. The clinic provides important healthcare services to veterans in the Lynchburg area, and renaming it after Doss would be a fitting tribute to his contributions to the country. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3696 aims to honor the memory of Private First Class Desmond T. Doss by renaming the VA clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, after him. This legislation highlights Doss's heroic actions during World War II and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans in service to their country.
Private First Class Desmond T. Doss was a World War II veteran who served as a combat medic in the United States Army. He was the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery and selflessness during the Battle of Okinawa. Doss saved the lives of 75 of his fellow soldiers without ever carrying a weapon into battle.
The bill seeks to honor Doss's legacy and service by renaming the VA clinic in Lynchburg after him. This renaming would serve as a reminder of Doss's courage and dedication to his fellow servicemen and women. The clinic provides important healthcare services to veterans in the Lynchburg area, and renaming it after Doss would be a fitting tribute to his contributions to the country. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3696 aims to honor the memory of Private First Class Desmond T. Doss by renaming the VA clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, after him. This legislation highlights Doss's heroic actions during World War II and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans in service to their country.
Congressional Summary of HR 3696
This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3696
Bill HR 3696 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since May 25, 2023. Bill HR 3696 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 25, 2023. Bill HR 3696's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 29, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3696
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3696
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3696
To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic".
To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic".
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