December 11, 2025
Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia (for herself, Mr. Bell, Mr. Bacon, and Mr. Neguse) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs
To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a program under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs provides information regarding the professional experiences of certain veterans and members of the Armed Forces to prospective employers.
Section 1. Short title
This Act may be cited as the Veterans Career Connection Act
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Sec. 2. Veterans Transition Talent Hub
Chapter 41 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting, before section 4112, the following new section 4111 (and amending the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly):
4111. Veterans Transition Talent Hub
(a) Establishment
The Secretary shall carry out a program to provide information regarding an individual described in subsection (b) to an entity that seeks to employ an individual with skills or experience possessed by such an individual. Such program shall be referred to as the
Veterans Transition Talent Hub.(b) Covered individuals
An individual described in this subsection is an individual who—
(1)
elects to participate in the program under this section; and
(2)
is—
(A)
a veteran; or
(B)
a member of the Armed Forces who is eligible for preseparation counseling under section 1142 of title 10.
(c) Searchable data
The Secretary shall allow an entity that the Secretary determines appropriate to search data regarding individuals described in subsection (b). Such data includes the following with regards to such an individual:
(1)
The anticipated date of the discharge or release from active duty in the Armed Forces.
(2)
The military and civilian skills, certifications, or credentials.
(3)
Geographic and employment preferences.
(4)
A resume or other profile.
(d) Consultation
In carrying out the program under this section, the Secretary shall seek to consult with the following:
(1)
The Secretary of Defense.
(2)
The Secretary of Labor.
(3)
Employers.
(4)
Veterans service organizations recognized under section 5902 of this title.
(5)
State workforce agencies.