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VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
5/11/2023, 3:43 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2788
Bill 117 HR 2788, also known as the VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act, aims to update and modernize the role of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) counselors within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill seeks to improve the effectiveness of EEO counselors in addressing workplace discrimination and harassment issues within the VA.
Specifically, the bill outlines several key provisions, including the requirement for EEO counselors to undergo regular training to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively address discrimination complaints. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a standardized process for handling discrimination complaints, including clear guidelines for investigation and resolution.
Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability within the EEO counseling process, requiring counselors to maintain detailed records of all complaints and resolutions. This will help ensure that employees who file complaints are kept informed of the progress and outcome of their case. Overall, the VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act aims to strengthen the EEO counseling process within the VA, ultimately promoting a more inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees.
Specifically, the bill outlines several key provisions, including the requirement for EEO counselors to undergo regular training to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively address discrimination complaints. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a standardized process for handling discrimination complaints, including clear guidelines for investigation and resolution.
Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability within the EEO counseling process, requiring counselors to maintain detailed records of all complaints and resolutions. This will help ensure that employees who file complaints are kept informed of the progress and outcome of their case. Overall, the VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act aims to strengthen the EEO counseling process within the VA, ultimately promoting a more inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees.
Congressional Summary of HR 2788
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
This bill eliminates the cap on the number of full-time employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs who provide equal employment opportunity counseling.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2788
Bill HR 2788 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 19, 2021. Bill HR 2788 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 22, 2021. Bill HR 2788's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of May 19, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2788
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2788
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Employment discrimination and employee rights
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2788
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
To amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the cap on full-time employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs who provide equal employment opportunity counseling.
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
VA Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor Modernization Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2788
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