To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Bloomington, Illinois, as the "Andrew Jackson Smith Medal of Honor Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic".
Renaming the Bloomington VA Clinic for Andrew Jackson Smith
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a subcommittee. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Veterans Affairs for further study. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
Bills that name federal buildings after local heroes usually pass quickly when they have the support of the entire state delegation.
Key Points
- This bill proposes renaming the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Bloomington, Illinois. It would be named the Andrew Jackson Smith Medal of Honor Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic.
- Andrew Jackson Smith was a Civil War soldier who earned the Medal of Honor. He is being recognized for his bravery in 1864 when he saved his unit's flag during a dangerous battle while under heavy fire.
- The name change would apply to all official government maps, records, and documents. This action is a ceremonial way to honor a local hero and his military service.
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Milestones
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Bloomington, Illinois, as the "Andrew Jackson Smith Medal of Honor Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic".
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