The resolution urges the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to establish an inpatient hospital facility at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. It highlights the commitment of the nation to meet the healthcare needs of veterans, particularly those with service-related disabilities. As of 2023, there are 338,012 veterans in New Jersey, with a significant number residing in southern counties where there is currently no federal inpatient hospital facility. This lack of local access forces veterans to travel long distances for care, which is particularly burdensome given that the average New Jersey resident lives only 12 minutes from the nearest hospital.

Establishing an inpatient hospital at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst would significantly reduce travel times for veterans in southern New Jersey, making healthcare more accessible. The base already offers various services to veterans, which would enhance the efficiency and convenience of their visits. The resolution emphasizes the importance of fulfilling the nation's promise to provide adequate healthcare services to veterans, advocating for the establishment of this facility to better serve their needs.