H.R.255 - To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 255 proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the ``General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic''. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 9, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill's purpose is to honor General Bernie Mittemeyer by naming the clinic after him.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R. 255 would officially change the name of the VA clinic in Lubbock, Texas. All references to the clinic in official documents would be updated to reflect the new name. This is primarily a symbolic gesture.
Potential Benefits
- Honors General Bernie Mittemeyer for their service.
- May increase awareness of the clinic and its services within the community.
- Can boost morale among staff and patients by associating the clinic with a respected figure.
- Provides a tangible way to recognize and commemorate veterans.
- Could potentially attract more veterans to seek care at the clinic due to the positive association.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Incurs minimal administrative costs to update signage and documentation.
- May be perceived as a symbolic gesture with limited practical impact on healthcare delivery.
- Could potentially lead to debate if the honoree's record is controversial (though not indicated here).
- Resources used for renaming could be directed to other areas of veteran care.
- May set a precedent for renaming other facilities, potentially leading to further administrative burdens.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which includes provisions for the general welfare and providing for veterans. There are no apparent constitutional conflicts related to individual rights or federalism. The act of naming a federal facility does not infringe upon any specific constitutional provision.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).