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Renaming the Northport VA Medical Center

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, and for other purposes.

5 months ago·View on Congress.gov

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Key Points

  • This bill proposes changing the name of the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Northport, New York. It would be renamed the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center.
  • The change honors Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, a Navy SEAL from Long Island who was awarded the Medal of Honor. He died in 2005 during a battle in Afghanistan after exposing himself to enemy fire to call for help for his team.
  • The hospital is located about 10 miles from where Lieutenant Murphy was born. Supporters believe the new name will serve as a permanent reminder of his sacrifice and help teach future generations about the cost of freedom.
  • If this bill becomes law, all official government maps, documents, and records will be updated to use the new name. This is a ceremonial action that does not change the medical services or benefits offered at the facility.

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Sep 30, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Sep 30, 2025

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberHR 5643
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Cosponsors

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D: 5R: 8

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