Bills/H.R. 6482

To rename the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Michigan Center, Michigan, as the "Captain Herbert Elfring VA Clinic".

To rename the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Michigan Center, Michigan, as the "Captain Herbert Elfring VA Clinic".

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Plain Language Summary

# Bill Summary: HR 6482 **What the Bill Does** This bill would rename a Veterans Affairs (VA) community clinic located in Michigan Center, Michigan. Instead of its current name, the facility would be called the "Captain Herbert Elfring VA Clinic." The bill honors Captain Herbert Elfring, though specific details about who he is or why he's being honored are not included in this summary. **Who It Affects** The change primarily affects veterans in the Michigan Center area who use this VA clinic for outpatient medical services.

It's largely a ceremonial change—the clinic's actual services, funding, and operations would remain unchanged. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Tim Walberg, a Republican from Michigan's 5th district.

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Latest Action

January 5, 2026

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Key Dates

Introduced
December 4, 2025
Last Updated
January 5, 2026
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