Bill > HRes60

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for naming new or undedicated Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities after women veterans and minority veterans, with the goal of recognizing the diverse contributions of service members throughout U.S. military history. The resolution highlights the significant but often overlooked roles of various groups in the Armed Forces, including women who served in combat since the Revolutionary War, Black servicemembers who fought in every major war despite facing systematic discrimination, Native Americans who served in high proportions and acted as critical code talkers, Latino veterans who earned numerous Medals of Honor, and LGBTQ service members who fought for the right to serve openly. The document notes that as of December 2024, out of over 1,700 VA health care facilities, very few are currently named after women or minority veterans. By supporting the naming of facilities after these groups, the resolution aims to both highlight their historic and ongoing contributions to national defense and pay respectful tribute to their service and sacrifices, ultimately reflecting the true diversity of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.