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Names VA Clinic After Local Hero
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Names VA Clinic After Local Hero

IntroducedMarch 18, 2025
Became Law10 months ago
Intro
House
Senate
Pres
Became Public Law No: 119-35.
Armed Forces and National SecurityVeterans' organizations and recognitionVeterans' medical careNew Jersey
Why This Matters

This bill names the Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, after Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, a World War II hero.

If you are a veteran in Toms River, this clinic will now honor a local hero, Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell.
Who this affects
veterans · families
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1The Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Toms River will honor Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell.
  2. 2Lomell was a decorated World War II veteran known for his bravery on D-Day.
  3. 3The clinic is located at 1055 Hooper Avenue and serves many veterans in the area.
  4. 4This naming recognizes Lomell's contributions to both military service and local community.
  5. 5The change takes effect immediately after the bill is enacted.
Read the detailed summary

This act designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Toms River, New Jersey, as the Leonard G. “Bud” Lomell VA Clinic.

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Bill Progress4 of 4
Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
Intro
House
Senate
Pres
IntroducedMar 18, 2025
Sponsors
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HouseJul 21, 2025
SenateAug 2, 2025
PresidentSep 5, 2025

Became Public Law

The President

Donald Trump
President
Became Law
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House Bill · HR 5589
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House Bill · HR 6007
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