Us Congress House Bill HB6991

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/12/24
• Refer: 1/12/24
• Refer: 1/30/24

Caption

To designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the "Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic".

Impact

If enacted, the bill would formalize the name for the VA clinic, thereby impacting the official title used in all legal, regulatory, and documentation references associated with the clinic. The designation not only pays tribute to Captain Shopteese but also promotes awareness of the VA services available in Kansas City for veterans. Such initiatives can help in fostering community support and visibility for veteran affairs at the local level.

Summary

House Bill 6991 aims to officially designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, as the ‘Captain Elwin Shopteese VA Clinic.’ This proposed bill is primarily a naming initiative that honors Captain Elwin Shopteese, a veteran, and extends recognition for his service by assigning his name to a VA facility that serves local veterans.

Contention

While the bill presents an opportunity to honor a veteran, discussions surrounding it may touch upon broader themes, such as the need for adequate healthcare services for veterans and the importance of public awareness of VA resources. Although no strong opposition or points of contention were noted in the available documents, discussions may arise regarding funding and resources for the clinic, as well as its capacity to meet the needs of the veteran population in the area.