Veterans (Veteran Employment) in United States

in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8751: Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act

This bill creates a new senior official within the Department of Defense to oversee programs that help active-duty service members and reservists transition to civilian life. The designated official must have extensive experience in veterans' services and will serve as the department's chief transition officer, coordinating efforts with agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs. Their main duties include reviewing existing transition programs, ensuring they are effective and legally compliant, and working with other government bodies to improve support services for military families. The Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is required to appoint this official within 90 days of the law's enactment and report to Congress on the progress.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Employment

in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8524: Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026, establishes a legal presumption that specific diseases are caused by exposure to open burn pits and other toxic hazards for certain federal employees. It directly affects workers in departments such as Defense, State, and Homeland Security who spent at least 30 days in foreign contingency operations on or after August 2, 1990. Under the new rules, eligible employees can receive disability or death compensation for listed illnesses without needing to prove that the disease was recorded during their time of exposure. The Secretary of Labor is tasked with maintaining an updated list of covered diseases and submitting a progress report to Congress within one year of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4400: Optimizing the VA Workforce for Veterans Act of 2026

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to create and regularly update a five-year strategic plan that details how the agency will staff its various offices to meet future demand for veterans' services. It mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs consult with veterans service organizations while developing this plan, which must include specific goals for recruiting and retaining current and former military personnel. Additionally, the legislation establishes strict rules for workforce reductions, requiring the agency to notify Congress and affected employees 60 days in advance and providing a legal remedy if this notice is not given. The bill also strengthens oversight of office reorganizations by requiring detailed risk mitigation plans and regular reports on how well these changes improve outcomes for veterans.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8786: INVEST Act

The INVEST Act amends the federal tax code to expand the Work Opportunity Tax Credit for employers who hire veterans with specific renewable energy skills. To qualify for this credit, a veteran must be certified by a local agency as having military training in renewable energy fields, a recent vocational degree in the sector, or a LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The legislation defines renewable energy broadly to include sources like solar, wind, and geothermal power. Additionally, the bill addresses tax implications for U.S. territories by providing compensation for any lost tax revenue and ensuring coordination between federal and local tax credits. These provisions will take effect for employees who start working for an employer after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Revenue Tax Credits Renewable Energy Solar Professional Licensing Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4474: Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act

The Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act creates a new senior official within the Department of Defense to oversee programs helping military members move from active duty to civilian life or reserve components. This designated official, who must have extensive experience with veterans' services, will serve as the department's chief transition officer and advise top defense leaders on related policies. Their duties include reviewing existing assistance programs, coordinating with other federal agencies, and working with state and local governments to improve support services for transitioning service members and their families. The bill also requires the Secretary of Defense to brief Congress within 90 days on the appointment and implementation of this new role.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Employment

in committee · United States · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7411: Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025

The Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025 expands the Department of Veterans Affairs' telescreening mammography program by removing the "pilot" designation and extending its timeline until May 1, 2027. This legislation requires the VA to offer at least one mammography option - such as telescreening, full-service screening, or mobile units - in every state and Puerto Rico within two years of enactment. The bill also mandates that these services remain accessible to veterans with paralysis, spinal cord injuries, or other disabilities. Additionally, it allows the VA to continue expanding these services to facilities outside the current pilot group or in states where breast imaging is not yet available.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4445: Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026

This legislation amends federal criminal statutes to increase penalties for fraud targeting veterans. It introduces a new category that specifically covers crimes against targeted veterans of any age. The bill defines targeted veterans using existing standards from Title 38 of the United States Code. As a result, offenders who commit fraud against this group face stricter legal consequences under Title 18.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4527: Improving Emerging Tech Opportunities for Veterans Act of 2026

This bill updates the Department of Veterans Affairs' high technology program to include emerging fields like artificial intelligence and semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to help veterans find jobs in growing industries. It requires the VA, along with the Departments of Defense and Labor, to partner with private sector employers and schools to identify these new job opportunities and the specific training needed to fill them. The agencies must then prominently display this information on their websites and promote it to veterans during their transition from military service. Additionally, the law mandates that the list of relevant industries and occupations be reviewed and updated every quarter to reflect changing market demands, with the entire program set to expire in September 2027.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · House May 7, 2026

HR 7027: Restore Veterans’ Compensation Act of 2026

The Restore Veterans’ Compensation Act of 2026 modifies how the government recoups certain separation payments from former military members. This bill primarily affects veterans who received separation pay upon leaving service and later qualify for disability compensation or military retired pay. Specifically, it prevents the reduction of veterans' disability compensation due to their prior receipt of separation, severance, or readjustment pay. For those receiving military retired pay, the bill limits recoupment to the net amount of separation pay received (after taxes) and caps monthly deductions at 25% of their retired pay, unless they choose a faster repayment. It also requires a 90-day notice before deductions begin, allows the Secretary of Defense to waive recoupment in cases of financial hardship, and exempts members who were retirement-eligible when they received voluntary separation pay from having to repay it upon later retirement.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 6904: Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement and Accountability Act

This bill modifies the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program, which provides job training and education benefits to eligible veterans. It allows the VA to bar certain benefits for veterans convicted of assaulting VA employees and extends VR&E eligibility for some veterans who haven't found employment after training. The bill also sets a $250,000 cap on federal funds for a rehabilitation program, with future adjustments, and requires VA Secretary approval for equipment purchases exceeding $5,000. Additionally, it prevents veterans from concurrently receiving disability compensation based on individual unemployability while participating in a VR&E program and allows subsistence allowances to be based on a veteran's residence in certain cases.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✗ Veterans

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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