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Transparency of Performance Plans for VA Political Appointees

This bill increases transparency within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by requiring the VA Secretary to submit annual performance plans for political appointees to Congress. While it does not directly alter veteran benefits, the goal is to allow better oversight of how VA political leadership plans and executes its duties. Citizens, particularly veterans, indirectly gain greater ability to assess the effectiveness of management in this crucial institution.
Key points
Disclosure Requirement: The VA Secretary must submit annual performance plans for all political appointees within the Department of Veterans Affairs to Congress.
Deadline: Plans must be submitted to the Committees on Veterans’ Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives within 30 days of their completion.
Consequence: Increased Congressional oversight of key leadership positions at the VA, potentially improving accountability and the quality of services for veterans.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7713
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2024-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Political Performance Disclosure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7713.

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 2024-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Disclosure Requirement: The VA Secretary must submit annual performance plans for all political appointees within the Department of Veterans Affairs to Congress.
  • Deadline: Plans must be submitted to the Committees on Veterans’ Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives within 30 days of their completion.
  • Consequence: Increased Congressional oversight of key leadership positions at the VA, potentially improving accountability and the quality of services for veterans.
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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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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