H.R. 5509 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
To name the Department of Veterans Affairs temporary lodging facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, as the "Dr. Otis Bowen Veteran House".
H.R. 5509 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Jun 16, 2016, sponsored by Susan W. Brooks with 8 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 16, 2016
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 114-259
What it does
(Sec. 1) This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs temporary lodging facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, as the "Dr. Otis Bowen Veteran House."
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Susan W. Brooks (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 16, 2016
- Passed the HouseSep 26, 2016
- Passed the SenateNov 30, 2016
- Sent to the PresidentDec 5, 2016
- Became lawDec 14, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-259. (Dec 14, 2016)
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