FORT RILEY – Congressman Tim Huelskamp proudly participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony for Fort Riley’s new Irwin Hospital.

“The investment in this new facility is a strong signal to the region and entire state that Fort Riley is here to stay and possibly,” Huelskamp said. “This hospital helps fulfill our commitment to care for our soldiers and their families whose dedicated service continues to make us the greatest nation on earth.

“It is my hope Irwin Hospital will not only provide care for our military community, but also our Veterans. As a member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, I am committed to working with both the Army and Veterans Administration to ensure that eligible Veterans in the Big First District of Kansas can receive health care at the Fort Riley hospital.”

Congressman Tim Huelskamp is one of the authors of the Choice Program, allowing eligible Veterans the option of to choose health care in their local communities.

Congressman Huelskamp has always been in favor of this new hospital serving Veterans. You can read about that here.