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. With over 338,000 veterans residing in New Jersey, many of whom live in southern counties, the absence of a federal inpatient hospital facility in that region necessitates long travel times for necessary medical care. The East Orange Veterans Medical Center, the largest facility serving these veterans, is outdated and located over two hours away for some, making access to healthcare unjustly difficult.

Establishing an inpatient hospital at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst would significantly reduce travel distances for veterans in southern New Jersey, as the base is well-equipped to provide various services to veterans. The resolution emphasizes the importance of ensuring that veterans have convenient access to healthcare, aligning with the state's responsibility to uphold the promises made to those who have served in the Armed Forces. The resolution calls for action to facilitate this necessary healthcare access and will be communicated to relevant officials, including the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and members of Congress from New Jersey.