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.
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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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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.