VA Police Recruitment and Retention Act of 2026

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 25Subcommittee Hearings Held
• Mar 19Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Summary

**What it does:** This bill would prevent the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from reducing the rank, pay grade, or authority of law enforcement positions within the department. **Who it affects:** - VA police officers and security personnel - Veterans and visitors at VA facilities - VA administration and management **What would change:** Currently, the VA can reorganize or downgrade law enforcement positions as part of administrative decisions. If passed, this bill would prohibit such downgrades, essentially protecting the current status and authority of VA law enforcement roles. This could maintain existing security staffing levels and officer authority at VA hospitals, medical centers, and other facilities. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's being reviewed by relevant congressional committees before potentially advancing to a full House vote. **Current status:** Under review in committee - not yet law.

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