H.R.2303

Board of Veterans’ Appeals Attorney Retention and Backlog Reduction Act

Introduced·3/24/25

Enhances pay and career opportunities for Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys to improve recruitment, retention, and claims processing.

The Board of Veterans’ Appeals Attorney Retention and Backlog Reduction Act aims to reform and enhance the pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys. This is intended to improve recruitment and retention, as well as increase the quality of decisions and speed of claims processing. The bill allows non-supervisory attorneys employed by the Board to be promoted to grade GS–15 of the General Schedule, providing better career opportunities.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
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Sponsors

2
1
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 20

10:15 AM

House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Hearing

Mar 18

10:15 AM

House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Hearing

History

Mar 18

House

Committee Hearings Held

Apr 9, 2025

House

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Apr 8, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.