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New Veterans Clinic in Texas: Improved Healthcare Access

The opening of a new Veterans Affairs medical clinic in Lubbock, Texas, aims to improve healthcare access for thousands of veterans in West Texas. The clinic offers a wide range of services, including specialized diagnostics and mental health support, reducing the need for long-distance travel to distant facilities.
Key points
Veterans in West Texas will have easier access to medical care, including imaging services (CT, MRI, X-ray) and cardiology.
Mental and behavioral health services will be available.
The clinic opening reduces the need to travel over 200 miles for medical assistance.
The new facility will contribute to economic growth and create jobs in Lubbock.
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Celebrating the opening of the new Lubbock, Texas, Veterans Affairs medical clinic, in partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center, and Covenant Health, through the VA MISSION Act of 2018.
Print number: HRES 432
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New Veterans Clinic in Texas: Improved Healthcare Access

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 432.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans in West Texas will have easier access to medical care, including imaging services (CT, MRI, X-ray) and cardiology.
  • Mental and behavioral health services will be available.
  • The clinic opening reduces the need to travel over 200 miles for medical assistance.
  • The new facility will contribute to economic growth and create jobs in Lubbock.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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