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Memphis VA Medical Center Renamed to Honor Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr.

This law renames the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Memphis, Tennessee, to honor Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr., a distinguished veteran and pioneer. This change aims to recognize his service and legacy, potentially increasing public awareness of veterans' contributions.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Memphis, Tennessee, is officially designated as the “Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center”.
The renaming honors the life and service of Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr., a Tuskegee Airman who served in World War II and was the first Black air traffic controller in Memphis.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6863
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2022-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Memphis, Tennessee, as the "Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6863.

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 2022-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Memphis, Tennessee, is officially designated as the “Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center”.
  • The renaming honors the life and service of Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr., a Tuskegee Airman who served in World War II and was the first Black air traffic controller in Memphis.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-236.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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