A bill to rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".
A bill to rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of S 116 **What the Bill Does** This bill would rename the VA Medical Center in Dallas, Texas to the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center." It's a straightforward naming measure with no changes to the facility's operations or funding—only the official name of the building would change. **Who It Affects and Why** The bill honors Eddie Bernice Johnson, a former U.S. Representative from Texas. Veterans using the Dallas VA Medical Center and the broader veteran community would be affected in the sense that they would use a facility with a new official name.
This type of legislation is typically used as a way to commemorate notable public figures or their contributions to public service. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. No further action has been taken as of the latest information available.
CRS Official Summary
This bill designates the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the Eddie Bernice Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.