Bill Overview
Title: To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Gaylord, Michigan, as the Navy Corpsman Steve Andrews Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic.
Description: This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Gaylord, Michigan, as the Navy Corpsman Steve Andrews Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic.
Sponsors: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Target Audience
Population: Veterans and staff at the Gaylord, Michigan VA outpatient clinic
Estimated Size: 1000
- The bill primarily deals with the designation of a specific VA outpatient clinic in Gaylord, Michigan.
- There is no direct impact on healthcare services or any policy changes, so the primary impact is nominal and symbolic.
- The individuals most directly affected would be the veterans and staff using and working at this particular clinic.
- Symbolically, the bill honors Navy Corpsman Steve Andrews, which may indirectly impact his family and the local community who value his recognition.
Reasoning
- The bill primarily involves the naming of a clinic and does not allocate financial resources for changes in the services provided. Therefore, the impact on the general population's wellbeing due to this policy is likely minimal and symbolic.
- The people primarily impacted would be those with a personal connection to Navy Corpsman Steve Andrews, the veterans who use the clinic, the staff working there, and the community members in Gaylord, Michigan.
- Considering this is a symbolic gesture, the policy might bring a sense of pride or acknowledgement to a small subset of people, potentially leading to a slight increase in their self-reported wellbeing.
- Due to the policy's nature, there is no budgetary impact on healthcare delivery at this clinic or increased services, so material impact on wellbeing due to service improvements is absent.
Simulated Interviews
Veteran - Retired (Gaylord, Michigan)
Age: 68 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's nice they're honoring a Navy guy like this.
- It doesn't change anything about my care, but it feels good to see veterans getting recognized in small ways.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Nurse at the VA Clinic (Gaylord, Michigan)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the clinic after Steve Andrews is a meaningful gesture.
- For me, it doesn't change my work, but it's a respectful token. It makes me feel a bit prouder of where I work.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Social Worker (Traverse City, Michigan)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the clinic is a nice tribute but doesn't really influence my work or veterans' services.
- Ultimately, it's more about respect and recognition.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Veteran - Retired (Petoskey, Michigan)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a nice gesture, but I focus more on the care I receive. The name change doesn't really affect me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Local Business Owner (Gaylord, Michigan)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad they're recognizing a local hero; it shows respect for our veterans.
- The change in name doesn't really impact the community economically or socially.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired Doctor (Cheboygan, Michigan)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming it after Steve Andrews is a noble act; he certainly deserves it.
- It doesn't change the services, but such recognition can positively influence veterans' morale.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
VA Clinic Administrator (Gaylord, Michigan)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 17/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Honoring Corpsman Andrews helps elevate the stature of our clinic a bit.
- It doesn't affect my day-to-day job, but it adds a sense of pride.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Veteran (Alpena, Michigan)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The naming is nice but doesn't affect my care.
- I've seen a lot of gestures but what matters more to me is improved health services.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Staff Nurse at the VA Clinic (Gaylord, Michigan)
Age: 64 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The dedication is a proud moment for us; it honors someone deserving.
- It doesn't change my workload but gives me a bit more pride in the institution.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Veteran Advocate (Detroit, Michigan)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- While it's not a policy change, such dedications can improve morale among veterans.
- The real impact is in respect and acknowledgment, not in changes to services.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $7000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- No significant financial outlays beyond minor administrative costs.
- Symbolic impact on the community and personnel associated with the clinic.