H.R. 7319: VA Bonus and Relocation Recovery Act
This bill, titled the VA Bonus and Relocation Recovery Act
, proposes changes to the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs regarding the recovery of certain financial awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The key components of the bill include:
1. Authority to Recoup Awards and Bonuses
The bill amends existing law to allow the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recoup (or recover) amounts related to awards and bonuses given to both current and former employees of the VA. This means the VA can ask for repayment if a former employee has received an award or bonus that is later found to be improper or invalid.
2. Collection Process
If a decision is made to recover these funds, former employees will be given 180 days to repay the awarded amount. If they do not repay within this timeframe, the Secretary can take action to recover the funds in the same manner as any other debt owed to the United States government.
3. Authority to Recoup Relocation Expenses
4. Limits on Waiver Authority
The bill clarifies that the Secretary does not have the authority to waive the recovery of these amounts under certain provisions of existing law, ensuring that any debts identified must be repaid according to the law.
Conclusion
This legislation gives the Secretary of Veterans Affairs stronger tools to ensure that awards and relocation costs that were improperly paid can be recovered from former employees, thereby reinforcing accountability within the department.
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Feb. 02, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Feb. 02, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. |
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