DemocratBill · H.Res. 60· House(119-HRES-60)

Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

Rep. Brownley
Age: 74 years
California
Introduced
1/23/2025
Last activity
1/23/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsored by
Julia Brownley
Cosponsors
Democrat - 8Republican - 0
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for naming new or undedicated Department of Veterans Affairs facilities after women veterans and minority veterans. It highlights the long history of service by women and minority groups in the United States Armed Forces, from the Revolutionary War to modern times. The text notes that out of over 1,700 Department of Veterans Affairs health care facilities, only a small fraction are currently named for women and minority group members. By supporting these new namings, the House aims to reflect the diversity of those who have served the country. The measure emphasizes the courage, commitment, and sacrifices of these diverse veterans. Ultimately, it serves as a way to pay respect and highlight their historic and enduring presence in the military.

Yes· 3 of 12

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4

    The resolution seeks to pay respect and recognition to women and minority veterans through facility naming.

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+3

    The resolution highlights the history and service of Black servicemembers.

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+3

    The resolution notes the service of Latino servicemembers who have received the Medal of Honor.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.