Bill 119 hr 472, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel Accountability Act, aims to make changes to the procedures for taking personnel actions against employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill seeks to streamline the process for holding VA employees accountable for misconduct or poor performance.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a new system for handling personnel actions, including suspensions, demotions, and removals, for VA employees. This system would provide for expedited procedures to ensure that employees who engage in misconduct or fail to perform their duties adequately can be held accountable in a timely manner.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect whistleblowers within the VA who report wrongdoing or misconduct. It prohibits retaliation against employees who report violations of law, rule, or regulation within the department.
Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel Accountability Act aims to improve accountability within the VA and ensure that employees who do not meet the standards of conduct or performance are held accountable for their actions.