Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
This bill establishes eligibility for reinstatement for veteran Federal employees who were involuntarily removed or dismissed without cause from a civil service position. This eligibility applies to dismissals occurring between January 20, 2025, and the date of the bill's enactment, allowing qualified veterans to return to their former positions or other suitable roles. Furthermore, the legislation mandates that Executive agencies submit regular reports to appropriate congressional committees. These reports, due every 90 days until January 20, 2029, must detail the total number of veteran employees removed or dismissed from the agency and specify the reason for each such removal or dismissal, ensuring transparency and oversight regarding veteran employment in the federal government.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Armed Forces and National Security
Protect Veteran Jobs Act
USA119th CongressS-914| Senate
| Updated: 3/10/2025
This bill establishes eligibility for reinstatement for veteran Federal employees who were involuntarily removed or dismissed without cause from a civil service position. This eligibility applies to dismissals occurring between January 20, 2025, and the date of the bill's enactment, allowing qualified veterans to return to their former positions or other suitable roles. Furthermore, the legislation mandates that Executive agencies submit regular reports to appropriate congressional committees. These reports, due every 90 days until January 20, 2029, must detail the total number of veteran employees removed or dismissed from the agency and specify the reason for each such removal or dismissal, ensuring transparency and oversight regarding veteran employment in the federal government.