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Congress·Bill·H.R. 6650

Congress targets faster hiring by creating VA-run searchable talent hub for veterans and soon-to-separate troops

Veterans Career Connection Act

3 months ago·View on Congress.gov

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • Creates a new Veterans Affairs program to help employers find veterans and soon-to-separate service members who want jobs.
  • Participation is optional: veterans and eligible active-duty members must choose to join before their info is shared.
  • Employers approved by Veterans Affairs could search a database that may include discharge date, skills, certifications, job location preferences, and a resume/profile.
  • Requires Veterans Affairs to work with Defense, Labor, employers, veterans groups, and state workforce agencies to set up and run the program.
VeteransLabor Employment

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

How this policy affects specific groups of people

Positive Impacts(3)
Military Active
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Military Veteran
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Veterans Benefits
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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Veterans Career Connection Act

Bill NumberHR 6650
Congress119th Congress

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(4)
D: 3R: 1

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