H.R. 609 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs health care center in Center Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania, as the "Abie Abraham VA Clinic".
H.R. 609 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 23, 2017, sponsored by Mike Kelly with 17 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 23, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 17
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 115-9
What it does
This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs health care center in Center Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania, as the "Abie Abraham VA Clinic."
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike Kelly (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 5 Democrats, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 23, 2017
- Passed the HouseFeb 13, 2017
- Passed the SenateFeb 17, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentMar 1, 2017
- Became lawMar 13, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Mar 13, 2017)
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