# Plain Language Summary: H. RES. 432

This is a ceremonial resolution celebrating the opening of a new Veterans Affairs medical clinic in Lubbock, Texas. Think of it as an official congratulations from Congress rather than a law that creates new rules or funding. The resolution acknowledges that Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center, and Covenant Health have partnered with the VA to bring healthcare services to veterans in West Texas.

The resolution highlights why this clinic matters for the region. Lubbock is a city of about 300,000 people that was previously 200 miles away from the nearest VA clinic, making it extremely difficult for local veterans to access care. According to the resolution, there are roughly 323,000 veterans in West Texas, but only about 167,000 were enrolled in VA healthcare—partly because getting to a clinic was so inconvenient. The new clinic will offer important services including radiology, cardiology, CT and MRI scans, X-rays, and mental health services, all in one local location.

Beyond healthcare, the resolution notes that this clinic will bring economic benefits to Lubbock through job creation and local growth. It also mentions that Lubbock has successfully kept its homeless veteran population at zero per 1,000 veterans, suggesting the community is already committed to supporting those who served. While this resolution doesn't change any laws or allocate new money—it's simply Congress officially recognizing and celebrating this partnership—it reflects the government's acknowledgment that rural veterans often struggle to access the care they've earned through their military service.

Celebrating the opening of the new Lubbock, Texas, Veterans Affairs medical clinic, in partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center, and Covenant Health, through the VA MISSION Act of 2018.

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

 <p>This resolution celebrates the opening of the Department of Veterans Affairs medical clinic in Lubbock, Texas, in partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center, and Covenant Health.</p>