Department of Veterans Affairs Bonus Transparency Act

Bill 115 hr 1690, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Bonus Transparency Act, aims to increase transparency within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by requiring the publication of information regarding bonuses awarded to VA employees. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 8, 2021, by Representative Mark Green of Tennessee.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that the American public has access to information about the bonuses given to VA employees, including the amount of the bonus, the job title of the employee receiving the bonus, and the justification for awarding the bonus. This transparency is intended to hold VA employees accountable and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent responsibly.

If passed, the Department of Veterans Affairs Bonus Transparency Act would require the VA to publish this information on its website within 30 days of awarding the bonus. The bill also includes provisions for reporting to Congress on the bonuses awarded and any disciplinary actions taken against employees who received bonuses inappropriately. Overall, this bill seeks to promote accountability and transparency within the VA, ensuring that bonuses are awarded fairly and in accordance with the law. It is currently awaiting further action in the House of Representatives.