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This bill aims to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, to the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell VA Clinic, honoring a distinguished World War II veteran. The bill provides extensive background on Leonard G. Lomell, highlighting his heroic actions during the D-Day invasion at Pointe du Hoc, where he and another Ranger successfully destroyed critical German artillery guns that threatened the Allied invasion. Lomell, who was promoted to Second Lieutenant and received numerous military honors including the Distinguished Service Cross, later became a prominent local leader in Ocean County, serving as the first director of the Ocean County Veteran's Service Bureau, establishing a successful law firm, and participating in various civic and charitable organizations. The legislation formally designates the new VA clinic in his name, ensuring that any future references to the facility will use the honored veteran's name, thereby commemorating Lomell's military service and community contributions. The bill is essentially a memorial tribute that recognizes Lomell's significant role in World War II and his subsequent contributions to his local community.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2170/all-info