Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act

This bill amends title 38, United States Code, to implement several improvements to the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program . It mandates that veterans applying for the program must submit their substantive work records and educational transcripts before receiving an initial evaluation, aiming for a more thorough assessment. The legislation also establishes a maximum duration for employment assistance under the VR&E program, generally limiting it to 365 days. An additional 180-day extension is possible if a program counselor certifies the veteran is actively seeking employment, balancing support with timely job placement. Furthermore, the bill mandates enhanced reporting and data collection requirements for the VR&E program. The Secretary must report to Congress on participants' employment outcomes, including annual wages, and publicly publish average wait times for initial counselor meetings. An independent entity will also conduct a review of the VR&E programs to recommend improvements and modernization.