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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic", and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-5589| House 
| Updated: 10/15/2025
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (5)
Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic" . This action is intended to honor Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn for his heroic actions and ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Langhorn, a radio operator, was deployed to Vietnam in 1968. On January 15, 1969, during an intense engagement, he deliberately threw himself on an enemy grenade to save his wounded comrades, absorbing the blast and giving his life. This selfless act of valor is highlighted as a timeless example of courage and sacrifice, inspiring his community and the nation.
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Timeline
Sep 26, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Oct 15, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • September 26, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 26, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • October 15, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Armed Forces and National Security

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic", and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-5589| House 
| Updated: 10/15/2025
This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic" . This action is intended to honor Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn for his heroic actions and ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Langhorn, a radio operator, was deployed to Vietnam in 1968. On January 15, 1969, during an intense engagement, he deliberately threw himself on an enemy grenade to save his wounded comrades, absorbing the blast and giving his life. This selfless act of valor is highlighted as a timeless example of courage and sacrifice, inspiring his community and the nation.
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Timeline
Sep 26, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Oct 15, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • September 26, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 26, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • October 15, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (5)
Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted