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A bill to designate the clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gallup, New Mexico, as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic.

2/5/2024, 2:22 PM

Summary of Bill S 475

Bill 118 s 475, also known as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic Designation Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gallup, New Mexico, as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic.

Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura is a highly decorated Korean War veteran who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery and heroism during the war. He was born and raised in Gallup, New Mexico, making it fitting to honor him by naming the local VA clinic after him.

The bill seeks to recognize Miyamura's service and sacrifice, as well as to honor all veterans who have served their country. By designating the clinic in Gallup as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic, the legislation aims to pay tribute to Miyamura's legacy and ensure that his contributions to the nation are never forgotten. Overall, Bill 118 s 475 is a bipartisan effort to honor a true American hero and to show appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans across the country.

Congressional Summary of S 475

This act designates the clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gallup, New Mexico, as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic or the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic.

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Current Status of Bill S 475

Bill S 475 is currently in the status of Signed by President since October 2, 2023. Bill S 475 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023.  Bill S 475's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-16. as of October 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 475

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 475

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Health facilities and institutions
- Home and outpatient care
- New Mexico
- Veterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 475

A bill to designate the clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gallup, New Mexico, as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic.
A bill to designate the clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gallup, New Mexico, as the Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura VA Clinic.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 475

Martin Heinrich
Martin Heinrich
New MexicoDemocrat
Ben Ray Lujan
Ben Ray Lujan
New MexicoDemocrat

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