Bills · HR 1793
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1793Telephone and wireless communicationCongressional oversight
Veterans Readiness and Employment Transparency Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION APR 9
READING
3MIN
COSPONSORS
26BIPARTISAN
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a common problem: veterans struggling to navigate complex government systems to access benefits they've earned. By improving transparency and access to information for Veterans Readiness and Employment (VRE) programs, it helps veterans with disabilities get the training and support they need to secure jobs and transition successfully into civilian life. Without this bill, veterans might face longer waits for information or decisions on program extensions, making it harder to plan their education and career paths.
The requirement for VA to respond to extension requests within 30 days is particularly important, as delays can disrupt a veteran's ability to complete their training or education. By making it easier for veterans to utilize these programs, the bill can lead to better employment outcomes, reduced unemployment among disabled veterans, and a more efficient VA system for delivering these vital services.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the VA to establish a dedicated telephone number and ensure regional offices provide specific contact information (name, phone, email) on their websites for Veterans Readiness and Employment (VRE) services.
This makes it significantly easier for veterans to find direct and reliable contact points for VRE program inquiries.
PROVISION 02
Mandates monthly question and answer sessions between VA employees providing VRE services and school certifying officials.
This ensures VA staff are well-informed about educational institutions and can provide accurate advice to veterans.
PROVISION 03
Requires VA counselors to provide in-person (or virtual, if appropriate) briefings about VRE services to veterans at educational institutions.
This directly informs veterans about available benefits in a convenient setting, increasing awareness and access.
PROVISION 04
Sets a 30-day deadline for the VA to approve or reject a veteran's request for an extension to their vocational rehabilitation program.
This ensures timely decisions for veterans, preventing undue delays that could disrupt their education or training.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the number of VRE extension requests, approvals, and rejections.
This provides oversight and transparency regarding the VA's handling of VRE extension requests.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 26
R· Arizona
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
35
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 69%
DEM 9 REP 17 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
6 EVENTSAPR 9
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
APR 9
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
MAR 10
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
MAR 10
Subcommittee Hearings Held
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1793
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 3, 2025
Last actionApr 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025
House BillHR 1793Telephone and wireless communicationCongressional oversight
Veterans Readiness and Employment Transparency Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 9, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
26
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
