Veterans’ Preference Parity Act

Senate Bill 2594 - Veterans’ Preference Parity Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-11-01T13:49:46Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2594 Veterans’ Preference Parity Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/1/2022, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of S 2594

Veterans' Preference Parity Act

This bill modifies the eligibility criteria for certain veterans to qualify for a preference in the federal hiring process.

Specifically, an individual who is honorably discharged from active duty service is eligible for a veterans' preference, if the active duty service was performed for more than 180 total days (currently, consecutive days).

Additionally, a retired member of the Armed Forces is eligible for a veterans' preference, even if the retiree (1) is not a disabled veteran and (2) retired at or above the rank of major or its equivalent.

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Current Status of Bill S 2594

Bill S 2594 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 26, 2019. Bill S 2594 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on September 26, 2019. Bill S 2594's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 424. as of February 13, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2594

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2594

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Employee hiring

- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management

- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2594

Veterans’ Preference Parity Act

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to modify certain requirements with respect to service and retirement for the purposes of veterans' preference for Federal hiring.