To amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the cap on...
To amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the cap on the number of waivers to certain pay limitations that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs may issue for critical health care personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
HB9406 aims to remove the current limit on how many times the Secretary of Veterans Affairs can waive certain pay restrictions for important healthcare workers within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This bill would help ensure that the department can attract and keep highly skilled medical staff, which is crucial for providing high-quality care to veterans.
This change would primarily affect healthcare professionals working for the Department of Veterans Affairs. By allowing more waivers on pay limitations, the bill seeks to make it easier to retain and hire top medical talent, ensuring veterans receive the best possible care.
As of June 23, 2026, HB9406 was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill is co-sponsored by Democrat Josh Harder and Republican Tony Wied, indicating a bipartisan effort to support VA healthcare personnel.
