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Compassion for Vulnerable and Struggling Workers Act

3/18/2025, 4:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1597

Bill 119 HR 1597, also known as the "Federal Employee Health Benefits Program Restoration Act," aims to allow former civil service employees who were wrongfully terminated to enroll in the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). This bill seeks to provide these individuals with access to the same health benefits that they would have received if they had not been wrongfully fired.

The bill does not specify the exact criteria for determining wrongful termination, but it is likely that individuals who were fired due to discrimination, retaliation, or other unlawful reasons would be eligible for enrollment in the FEHBP under this legislation.

In addition to allowing wrongfully terminated employees to enroll in the FEHBP, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although the specifics of these provisions are not outlined in the summary. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1597 aims to provide former civil service employees with access to important health benefits that they may have been unfairly denied due to wrongful termination. This legislation seeks to rectify the injustices faced by these individuals and ensure that they have the necessary support for their health and well-being.

Current Status of Bill HR 1597

Bill HR 1597 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1597 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025.  Bill HR 1597's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of February 26, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1597

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
6
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
29
Democrat Cosponsors
29
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1597

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1597

To provide that former civil service employees who were wrongfully fired are eligible to enroll in the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, and for other purposes.
To provide that former civil service employees who were wrongfully fired are eligible to enroll in the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Marilyn Briggs

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1 year ago

So, like, I heard about this bill that's supposed to help out former civil service employees who got fired unfairly. I mean, that sounds good and all, but I'm not sure how I feel about it. Will this bill cost taxpayers more money? Will it affect my own health benefits? I'm just not sure about all the details on this one. 🤔