Senators Don’t Want Veterans to Pay for VA’s Benefits Errors
Legislation has been reintroduced that would shield veterans from having to pay back benefits they received as a result of the VA’s errors.
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Report Highlights Link Between Employee Engagement and Patient Care at VA Facilities
A new analysis of data at VA medical centers finds that there is a direct link between employee morale and the quality of patient care.
Former VA Official Sentenced for $2 Million Bribery Scheme
A former VA official has been sentenced for his role in a $2 million scheme in which he took bribes in return for enrolling disabled military veterans into schools.
Top 10 Things VA Employees Should Know the VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act
These are ten important things federal employees at the VA should know about the VA Accountability and Whistleblower Prevention Act.
VA Slams NBC News Story About Not Reimbursing Veterans Under GI Bill
The VA said in a statement that a story published by NBC News which said some veterans would not be reimbursed GI Bill benefits they are owed is false.
Legislation Would Shield Veterans from VA Overpayment Errors
Recently introduced legislation would prevent collection of overpayment debt from veterans resulting from errors made by the VA in paying benefits.
Teleworking as a Reasonable Accommodation is an Essential Right Granted to the Federal Employee
Telework can be a reasonable accommodation provided to federal employees. The author looks at a court decision that illustrates how it can apply.
Does the VA Need a New Mission Statement?
Should the VA’s mission statement be changed to be more gender neutral? Some in Congress think so and have introduced legislation to change it.
Man Lies Twice About Being a Veteran to Get Benefits
A man has been sentenced to federal prison for lying not once, but twice, about being a veteran in order to receive almost $200,000 in benefits.
Unions Sue VA Over Official Time Restrictions
Federal employee unions have filed a lawsuit against the VA over restrictions the agency placed on the use of official time.
