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VA Police Recruitment and Retention Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-8010| House 
| Updated: 4/15/2026
Timothy M. Kennedy

Timothy M. Kennedy

Democratic Representative

New York

Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Office of Personnel Management, and other federal agencies from proposing or carrying out any classification action that would downgrade law enforcement positions within the VA. It explicitly states that federal funds may not be used for such downgrades, which are defined as actions potentially leading to a loss of grade or pay for these roles. Furthermore, the bill includes a significant retroactive application , nullifying any such downgrades initiated since October 1, 2025. Affected positions must be restored to their prior status, and employees are entitled to receive all back pay. This measure aims to ensure the stability and fair compensation of VA law enforcement personnel.
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Timeline
Mar 19, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 19, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 24, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
Mar 25, 2026
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Apr 15, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Apr 15, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • March 19, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 19, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 24, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.


  • March 25, 2026
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • April 15, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • April 15, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Armed Forces and National Security

VA Police Recruitment and Retention Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-8010| House 
| Updated: 4/15/2026
This legislation prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Office of Personnel Management, and other federal agencies from proposing or carrying out any classification action that would downgrade law enforcement positions within the VA. It explicitly states that federal funds may not be used for such downgrades, which are defined as actions potentially leading to a loss of grade or pay for these roles. Furthermore, the bill includes a significant retroactive application , nullifying any such downgrades initiated since October 1, 2025. Affected positions must be restored to their prior status, and employees are entitled to receive all back pay. This measure aims to ensure the stability and fair compensation of VA law enforcement personnel.
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Timeline
Mar 19, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 19, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 24, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
Mar 25, 2026
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Apr 15, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Apr 15, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • March 19, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 19, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 24, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.


  • March 25, 2026
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • April 15, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • April 15, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Timothy M. Kennedy

Timothy M. Kennedy

Democratic Representative

New York

Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted