Washington, D.C. (September 16, 2025) | Rep. Barry Loudermilk (GA-11) issued the following statement after Introducing H.R. 5362 – To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the ‘‘Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic’’:
“Colonel Boyce spent much of his life in service to his community, state, and nation. Through his service in the Marine Corps and later in elected office, Mike was a tireless advocate for the health and welfare of our active duty servicemen and veterans.
“Mike worked to ensure our service-members had the tools to succeed, and was instrumental in establishing the Cobb County VA Clinic, which remains a vital resource for those who served our country.
“Recognizing Col. Boyce through this legislation is a fitting tribute to an American hero whose service and advocacy inspired so many; and I greatly appreciate his wife, Judy, continuing this incredible legacy.”
Rep. Austin Scott said in support: “Colonel Michael H. Boyce was a distinguished veteran, valued community member, and church leader. I am proud to be apart of this legislation that serves to honor his life and legacy of service to his country and neighbors.”
“Colonel Mike Boyce courageously served our nation, passionately led his community, and tirelessly advocated for his fellow veterans. said Rep. Andrew Clyde. I’m proud to support Rep. Loudermilk’s effort to name the Marietta VA Multispecialty Clinic after Colonel Boyce to honor his remarkable life and service.”
“Mike Boyce lived a life of extraordinary service, service to his country, the people of Cobb County, and the veterans of Georgia. He led the charge in establishing the first Cobb VA clinic and the county’s first Veterans Service Office,” said Rep. McBath. “I cannot think of a more fitting tribute than to name the clinic in his honor as a thank you for the veterans he helped in his lifetime, and for all the servicemembers he will continue to help through his legacy.”
Cobb Chamber President & CEO Sharon Mason supports: “Mike Boyce was a tireless advocate for Cobb’s military community and a steadfast partner to the Cobb Chamber. His legacy of service, both to our nation and to Cobb County, has left a remarkable impact. Renaming the VA clinic in his honor is a fitting tribute to his commitment to veterans and military families, and we are proud to support this recognition.”
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