Sen. Moran Introduces Sweeping Bill to Overhaul VA Healthcare and Expand Veteran Disability Benefits
The Senate placed this bill on its legislative calendar on June 11, 2026. It has not moved since that date and must now go through a Senate committee for further consideration. Most bills do not receive a committee vote, so this proposal is currently stalled.
While veteran issues often have broad support, the massive size and high cost of this bill may lead to it being broken into smaller pieces rather than passing as one giant package.
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VA employees face significant organizational changes. The bill requires a 60-day notice before any reduction in force, establishes a new telework policy with detailed assessment requirements, and creates new reporting and training mandates. It also reorganizes the acquisition function under a new Assistant Secretary and requires a strategic human capital plan. Some provisions protect employees from arbitrary RIFs, while others add new performance and accountability requirements.
“not later than the date that is 60 days before the date on which the Secretary commences carrying out such reduction in force, submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and the employees of the Department who will be affected”
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 433.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
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