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Naming Pennsylvania VA Clinic after D-Day Veteran Henry Parham.

This law officially renames the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) community-based outpatient clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. The facility will now be known as the Henry Parham VA Clinic, honoring the last surviving African-American combat veteran of the D-Day landings. This change is symbolic, recognizing his service, and does not alter the medical services provided to veterans.
Key points
The VA outpatient clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, is officially renamed the Henry Parham VA Clinic.
The change honors Henry Parham, a World War II veteran who served in the segregated 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion during the D-Day invasion.
The renaming is administrative and does not affect the scope or quality of healthcare services for veterans at this location.
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Print number: 118_S_2549
Sponsor: Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, as the "Henry Parham VA Clinic".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2549.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA outpatient clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, is officially renamed the Henry Parham VA Clinic.
  • The change honors Henry Parham, a World War II veteran who served in the segregated 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion during the D-Day invasion.
  • The renaming is administrative and does not affect the scope or quality of healthcare services for veterans at this location.
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 Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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