H.R. 6160 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
To amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the sources of the authority to issue regulations regarding certifications and other criteria applicable to legislative branch employees under Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act.
H.R. 6160 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jun 20, 2018, sponsored by Gregg Harper with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 20, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 115-364
What it does
(Sec. 1) This bill modifies the self-certification requirements for federal employees who use disabled veteran leave. Currently, a federal employee who uses disabled veteran leave must certify that the leave was used to undergo medical treatment for a service-connected disability. The Office of Personnel Management is authorized to prescribe the form and manner of such certification.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Gregg Harper (R-MS). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 20, 2018
- Passed the HouseJun 28, 2018
- Passed the SenateDec 13, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentDec 19, 2018
- Became lawDec 21, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-364. (Dec 21, 2018)
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Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
- Committee on House Administration
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