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Expedited Hiring of Psychiatrists for Veterans' Care

This act aims to streamline the hiring process for psychiatrists who completed their residency within veterans' facilities. This will provide veterans with faster access to essential mental health care, potentially improving their well-being and quality of life.
Key points
Allows for quicker hiring of psychiatrists trained within veterans' facilities, bypassing certain civil service rules.
Applies to positions that have been vacant for at least 35 days, speeding up staffing of critical roles.
The hiring process can begin even before the psychiatrist completes their residency.
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Print number: 117_HR_8100
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expedited Hiring for VA Trained Psychiatrists Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8100.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows for quicker hiring of psychiatrists trained within veterans' facilities, bypassing certain civil service rules.
  • Applies to positions that have been vacant for at least 35 days, speeding up staffing of critical roles.
  • The hiring process can begin even before the psychiatrist completes their residency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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