Pilot Program: Veterans' Employment in Federal Land Management Agencies.
This act establishes a pilot program to help veterans find employment in federal land management agencies, such as the Forest Service and National Park Service. This program aims to facilitate veterans' access to jobs, leveraging their experience and skills in critical areas like natural resource management and environmental protection.
Key points
Easier Veteran Employment: The program aims to identify and refer veterans for positions within federal land management agencies.
Skills Tests Instead of Degrees: Veterans can demonstrate their abilities through special tests, and the requirement for a postsecondary credential may be waived in some cases.
Training and Retesting: If a veteran doesn't initially meet requirements, they will receive training and opportunities to retest, improving their chances of employment.
Broad Range of Positions: The program covers various fields, from outdoor recreation management and firefighting to forest engineering and ecology.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1242
Sponsor: Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2]
Process start date: 2025-02-12