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Naming of Veterans Clinic in Hawaii after Daniel Kahikina Akaka

A new outpatient clinic for veterans on Oahu, Hawaii, has been officially named the "Daniel Kahikina Akaka Department of Veterans Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic". This means veterans using this facility will receive care in a place honoring an important figure. The name change does not alter the scope of services provided, but serves to commemorate Daniel Kahikina Akaka.
Key points
The new veterans' clinic in Oahu, Hawaii, will be named after Daniel Kahikina Akaka.
All official documents and references to this clinic will use the new name.
The name change is honorary and does not affect the availability or quality of medical services for veterans.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-05-17
94%
For 384
Against 22
Abstain 4
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1760
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
Voting date: 2022-05-17
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 199
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs planned to be built in Oahu, Hawaii, as the "Daniel Kahikina Akaka Department of Veterans Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1760.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The new veterans' clinic in Oahu, Hawaii, will be named after Daniel Kahikina Akaka.
  • All official documents and references to this clinic will use the new name.
  • The name change is honorary and does not affect the availability or quality of medical services for veterans.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-131.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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