The Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 4278, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at improving accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill seeks to address issues of misconduct and inefficiency within the VA by implementing several key provisions. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a new Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection within the VA. This office would be responsible for investigating allegations of misconduct and ensuring that employees who engage in wrongdoing are held accountable for their actions. Additionally, the bill would streamline the process for removing underperforming or negligent employees from their positions, making it easier for the VA to maintain a high standard of performance. Another important aspect of the bill is the creation of a new appeals process for veterans who have been denied benefits or services by the VA. This process would provide veterans with a more efficient and transparent way to challenge decisions made by the VA and ensure that they receive the benefits and services to which they are entitled. Overall, the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the VA by holding employees accountable for their actions and providing veterans with a fair and accessible appeals process. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards reforming the VA and better serving the needs of our nation's veterans.
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Ve...
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Â
The bill authorizes the VA to remove from civil service, demote, or suspend VA employees that are supervisors or managers if the VA determines by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of such individual warrants such action. This authority does not apply to certain appointees or individuals in their probationary or trial period.
Supervisors or managers who are subject to a removal, demotion, or suspension under this bill are entitled to (1) advance notice of the action and supporting evidence, (2) representation by an attorney or representative, and (3) grieve the action in accordance with an internal grievance process.
The bill also provides protections from removal, demotion, or suspension for supervisor or managers who are whistleblowers or are seeking corrective action for an alleged prohibited personnel practice such as discrimination.
The bill also modifies the procedures to remove, demote, or suspend VA employees or senior executives based on performance or misconduct, specifically by requiring the VA to determine by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of the individual warrants such removal, demotion, or suspension. Such procedures must apply retroactively, beginning on the date of enactment of the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 (June 23, 2017).
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Ve...
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Â
The bill authorizes the VA to remove from civil service, demote, or suspend VA employees that are supervisors or managers if the VA determines by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of such individual warrants such action. This authority does not apply to certain appointees or individuals in their probationary or trial period.
Supervisors or managers who are subject to a removal, demotion, or suspension under this bill are entitled to (1) advance notice of the action and supporting evidence, (2) representation by an attorney or representative, and (3) grieve the action in accordance with an internal grievance process.
The bill also provides protections from removal, demotion, or suspension for supervisor or managers who are whistleblowers or are seeking corrective action for an alleged prohibited personnel practice such as discrimination.
The bill also modifies the procedures to remove, demote, or suspend VA employees or senior executives based on performance or misconduct, specifically by requiring the VA to determine by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of the individual warrants such removal, demotion, or suspension. Such procedures must apply retroactively, beginning on the date of enactment of the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 (June 23, 2017).
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Ve...
Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2023 or the Restore VA Accountability Act of 2023
This bill modifies personnel action procedures regarding certain employees and executives of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Â
The bill authorizes the VA to remove from civil service, demote, or suspend VA employees that are supervisors or managers if the VA determines by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of such individual warrants such action. This authority does not apply to certain appointees or individuals in their probationary or trial period.
Supervisors or managers who are subject to a removal, demotion, or suspension under this bill are entitled to (1) advance notice of the action and supporting evidence, (2) representation by an attorney or representative, and (3) grieve the action in accordance with an internal grievance process.
The bill also provides protections from removal, demotion, or suspension for supervisor or managers who are whistleblowers or are seeking corrective action for an alleged prohibited personnel practice such as discrimination.
The bill also modifies the procedures to remove, demote, or suspend VA employees or senior executives based on performance or misconduct, specifically by requiring the VA to determine by substantial evidence that the performance or misconduct of the individual warrants such removal, demotion, or suspension. Such procedures must apply retroactively, beginning on the date of enactment of the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 (June 23, 2017).