Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act

The accountability-and-whistleblower-protection-act">Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act, passed in 2017, aims to improve accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It allows for the quicker removal of VA employees engaged in misconduct or poor performance. The Act also strengthens protections for whistleblowers who report wrongdoing, ensuring they can do so without fear of retaliation. Ultimately, it seeks to enhance the quality of care and services provided to veterans by holding VA employees accountable for their actions.