Walz Touts Better Services for Vets at Grand Opening of Albert Lea Clinic

Press Release

Today, Representative Tim Walz attended and gave the keynote address at the grand opening of the new VA Community-based outpatient clinic (CBOC) in Albert Lea. Last fall, after advocating tirelessly for a new CBOC for southern Minnesota, Walz announced the VA had chosen Albert Lea as its location.

"Today has been a long time coming and I could not be more pleased," Representative Walz said. "I thank the VA for their data driven decision to put this CBOC here in southern Minnesota. This CBOC will ensure that local veterans will have access to the health care they have earned and deserve."

The new CBOC will increase access to care for veterans in southern Minnesota by providing primary care, mental health counseling, and telemedicine services. Having a new clinic close to home will reduce unnecessary trips to the Twin Cities for local veterans, which can be a significant hardship for veterans of all ages.

Representative Walz sits on the U.S. House of Representatives Veterans Affairs Committee. He is a 24-year veteran of the Army National Guard and is the highest ranking enlisted soldier to ever serve in Congress.

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