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Enhanced Accountability at VA: Faster Personnel Decisions and Oversight

This act aims to streamline disciplinary processes within the Department of Veterans Affairs, potentially leading to improved services for veterans. It introduces faster procedures for removing, demoting, or suspending employees for misconduct or poor performance, while also protecting whistleblowers. Citizens can expect the Department to operate more efficiently and accountably.
Key points
Faster Disciplinary Decisions: The timeframe for decisions on removing, demoting, or suspending VA employees has been shortened to 15 business days.
Increased Accountability for Supervisors: New rules primarily target supervisors and management, aiming to improve oversight and work quality within the Department.
Whistleblower Protection: The act includes provisions to protect employees who report wrongdoing from retaliatory actions.
Independent Studies: Independent studies on VA management and oversight structures have been commissioned to identify areas for improvement.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4278
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2023-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4278.

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 2023-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Faster Disciplinary Decisions: The timeframe for decisions on removing, demoting, or suspending VA employees has been shortened to 15 business days.
  • Increased Accountability for Supervisors: New rules primarily target supervisors and management, aiming to improve oversight and work quality within the Department.
  • Whistleblower Protection: The act includes provisions to protect employees who report wrongdoing from retaliatory actions.
  • Independent Studies: Independent studies on VA management and oversight structures have been commissioned to identify areas for improvement.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 351.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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