To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic.
Summary
H.R. 5362 proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, in honor of Colonel Michael H. Boyce. The bill recognizes Colonel Boyce's service in the Marine Corps and his contributions to the Marietta, Georgia community after his retirement. He was instrumental in establishing the first VA clinic in Cobb County.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, will be officially known as the "Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic". This change will be reflected in all official documents and records.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and contributions of Colonel Michael H. Boyce to the military and the Marietta, Georgia community.
- Recognizes his efforts in establishing the first VA clinic in Cobb County, improving healthcare access for veterans.
- May increase awareness of veterans' issues and the importance of supporting veterans' healthcare needs.
- Serves as a lasting tribute to a respected community leader and veteran.
- Could foster a stronger connection between the clinic and the community it serves.
Potential Disadvantages
- The cost of renaming and updating signage and official documents, although likely minimal, could be considered an inefficient use of funds by some.
- The symbolic gesture may not directly address the practical challenges faced by veterans in accessing healthcare.
- Some may argue that other deserving individuals could also be considered for such honors, potentially leading to perceived unfairness.
- The focus on a single individual might overshadow the contributions of other veterans and community members.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to honor a veteran and potentially improve healthcare access for other veterans. Specifically, the naming of a federal facility falls under the legislative powers granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8, which includes the power to provide for the general welfare of the United States.
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