H.R.1793 - Veterans Readiness and Employment Transparency Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1793, the Veterans Readiness and Employment Transparency Act of 2025, aims to improve outreach and transparency for veterans with service-connected disabilities participating in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) training and rehabilitation programs. The bill mandates the establishment of a dedicated telephone number for inquiries, requires regional offices to provide contact information for veterans seeking program information, and introduces outreach requirements for VA employees and counselors. It also requires an annual report on the extension of vocational rehabilitation programs.
Expected Effects
The bill is likely to increase awareness and accessibility of VA training and rehabilitation programs for eligible veterans. This could lead to higher enrollment and better utilization of these services. Furthermore, the mandated reporting will provide Congress with data to assess the effectiveness of program extensions.
Potential Benefits
- Improved access to information about VA training and rehabilitation programs.
- Enhanced communication between veterans and the VA through dedicated contact points.
- Increased awareness of available services among veterans at educational institutions.
- Data-driven insights into the effectiveness of vocational rehabilitation program extensions.
- Streamlined extension approval process for veterans.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential administrative burden on the VA to implement the new outreach and reporting requirements.
- Possible increased workload for VA employees and counselors.
- Costs associated with establishing and maintaining the dedicated telephone number and updated website information.
- The 150-mile limit for in-person briefings may still pose a challenge for veterans in very rural areas.
- The bill does not address the quality of the programs themselves, only the outreach.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it seeks to improve the lives of veterans with service-connected disabilities. Specifically, it falls under Congress's power to provide for the common defense and to support those who have served in the military. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).