Bill · H.R. 5589· House(119-HR-5589)

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic", and for other purposes.

Age: 48 years

New York

Introduced: 9/26/2025
Last activity: 10/15/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsored by: Nick LaLota
Cosponsors: - 6 - 5

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York. The new name would be the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic". The bill includes findings regarding Garfield McConnell Langhorn, noting his service as a radio operator in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. It highlights his selfless act of sacrificing his life to save his comrades from a grenade. This legislation aims to honor his courage and sacrifice by designating the clinic with his name.

Yes

Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4
The legislation honors the ultimate sacrifice of a veteran by naming a medical facility after him, uplifting the veteran community.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+3
The bill officially renames a VA clinic to honor a fallen war hero, providing positive recognition for veterans.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+2
The bill honors a veteran by naming a VA clinic after him, offering symbolic recognition to the veteran community.