S. 2921 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Veterans First Act
S. 2921 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) was introduced on May 11, 2016, sponsored by Johnny Isakson with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 11, 2016
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Veterans First Act TITLE I--PERSONNEL AND ACCOUNTABILITY MATTERS This bill establishes in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection. The VA is required to develop criteria to promote supervisory protection of whistle-blowers. The bill revises VA authority to remove certain employees or senior VA executives for reasons of misconduct or performance.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Johnny Isakson (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 28 Democrats, 17 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 11, 2016
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 467. (May 16, 2016)
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