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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-5643| House 
| Updated: 9/30/2025
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (13)
Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Morgan Luttrell (Republican)George Latimer (Democratic)Darrell Issa (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)John J. McGuire (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center . The legislation includes detailed findings recognizing Lieutenant Murphy's extraordinary service and sacrifice, particularly his heroic actions during Operation Red Wings on June 28, 2005. During this operation, he deliberately exposed himself to enemy fire to gain a better position to transmit a call for assistance for his team, ultimately giving his life. Lieutenant Murphy was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor , the nation's highest military honor, for his valor and leadership, becoming the first recipient for combat in Afghanistan. His selfless courage continues to inspire many, with annual "Murph" workouts, a scholarship foundation, and a museum dedicated to his legacy. By renaming the medical center, which is located approximately ten miles from his birthplace, Congress intends to create an enduring reminder of his sacrifice. This act aims to educate future generations about the value of service, the cost of freedom, and the legacy of all who have given their lives in defense of the nation.
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Timeline
Sep 30, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 30, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
  • September 30, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 30, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Armed Forces and National Security

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-5643| House 
| Updated: 9/30/2025
This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center . The legislation includes detailed findings recognizing Lieutenant Murphy's extraordinary service and sacrifice, particularly his heroic actions during Operation Red Wings on June 28, 2005. During this operation, he deliberately exposed himself to enemy fire to gain a better position to transmit a call for assistance for his team, ultimately giving his life. Lieutenant Murphy was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor , the nation's highest military honor, for his valor and leadership, becoming the first recipient for combat in Afghanistan. His selfless courage continues to inspire many, with annual "Murph" workouts, a scholarship foundation, and a museum dedicated to his legacy. By renaming the medical center, which is located approximately ten miles from his birthplace, Congress intends to create an enduring reminder of his sacrifice. This act aims to educate future generations about the value of service, the cost of freedom, and the legacy of all who have given their lives in defense of the nation.
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Timeline
Sep 30, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 30, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
  • September 30, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 30, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (13)
Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Morgan Luttrell (Republican)George Latimer (Democratic)Darrell Issa (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)John J. McGuire (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

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