Battle Creek VA Receives $14.5 Million for Upgrades

Funding will cover HVAC, security, elevators, and more at the medical center.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:04pm

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The Battle Creek VA Medical Center in Michigan is set to receive nearly $14.5 million in federal funding for a range of facility upgrades, including improvements to the HVAC system, new security measures, new elevators, and two new sump pumps.

Why it matters

The funding is part of a larger $4.8 billion allocation to the VA's Non-Recurring Maintenance Program, which aims to address major one-time projects rather than ongoing maintenance. Improving the VA's facilities and infrastructure is seen as crucial to providing better care for veterans.

The details

The $14,497,160 in funding will cover the specific upgrades needed at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center, as identified by VA leadership during a tour of the facility last year. These improvements are expected to enhance the overall patient experience and care delivery at the medical center.

  • The funding was announced on March 31, 2026.
  • VA Secretary Doug Collins toured the Battle Creek VA a year ago, in 2025.

The players

Bill Huizenga

U.S. Representative for Michigan's 2nd congressional district.

Doug Collins

Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Battle Creek VA Medical Center

A VA medical facility located in Battle Creek, Michigan.

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What they’re saying

“'Under President Trump, VA is putting Veterans first, and this historic investment underscores that fact. Improved facilities, equipment and infrastructure mean better care for Veterans, and these funds will enable VA to achieve that goal.'”

— Doug Collins, VA Secretary

The takeaway

This significant investment in the Battle Creek VA Medical Center demonstrates the federal government's commitment to upgrading and modernizing VA facilities nationwide, with the goal of providing veterans with the highest quality of care and services.