Celebrating 250 years of Army Medicine.
Summary
House Resolution 612 commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Army Medical Department. It recognizes the department's historical contributions from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts. The resolution also acknowledges the department's role in medical innovation and expresses gratitude for its service to the United States Army.
Expected Effects
This resolution formally acknowledges and celebrates the Army Medical Department's contributions. It serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the House of Representatives. The resolution does not enact any new laws or allocate funding.
Potential Benefits
- Recognizes and honors the service of Army medical personnel.
- Highlights the historical contributions of Army Medicine to military and civilian healthcare.
- Affirms the commitment to the health and well-being of soldiers.
- Acknowledges the Army Medical Department's role in medical innovation.
- Symbolically strengthens the morale and reputation of the Army Medical Department.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is primarily symbolic and does not directly address current challenges in military healthcare.
- It does not allocate resources to improve healthcare access or address specific needs of veterans.
- The resolution may not reach a broad audience, limiting its impact on public awareness.
- It does not address potential issues within the Army Medical Department.
- The resolution does not create any new legal obligations or protections.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of providing for the common defense and promoting the general welfare. While not directly mandated, supporting military personnel and recognizing their service can be seen as consistent with these principles. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to raise and support armies, which implicitly includes providing medical care.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).