Introduced in House — H.R. 6755

119th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. R. 6755

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

December 16, 2025

Ms. Mace introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs

A BILL

To amend title 38, United States Code, to relax restrictions on filling certain vacant positions at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Section 1. Short title

This Act may be cited as the Accountable Leadership for Veterans Act of 2025.

Sec. 2. Senior Executive Service positions in the Department filled by noncareer appointees

Section 709(a)(1) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking 5 percent and inserting 10 percent.

Sec. 3. Under Secretary for Health

Section 305 of title 38, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

305. Under Secretary for Health
There is in the Department an Under Secretary for Health, who is appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Sec. 4. Under Secretary for Benefits

Section 306 of title 38, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

306. Under Secretary for Benefits
There is in the Department an Under Secretary for Benefits, who is appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.