Protecting VA Employees Act

Last progress February 4, 2025 (1 year ago)

Introduced on February 4, 2025 by Brian K. Fitzpatrick

This bill would make sure certain employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs follow the same rules as other federal workers when it comes to being fired, demoted, or suspended. It also focuses on protecting whistleblowers, so people who report problems are not removed, demoted, or suspended for speaking up.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Certain employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• What changes: Aligns VA discipline rules (firing, demotion, suspension) with the rest of the federal government and adds protections for whistleblowers from these actions.
• Why it matters: Aims for fair, consistent rules and encourages employees to report problems without fear of punishment.