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H.R.4556: Expedited Hiring for VA Trained Psychiatrists Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 12, 2016
- Latest Major Action March 7, 2016
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (14 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expedited Hiring for VA Trained Psychiatrists Act of 2016 This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to appoint a psychiatrist who completes a residency at a Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facility to a VHA health care position immediately after such residency, without regard to civil service or classification laws, if: (1) the psychiatrist meets the qualifications established in regulations prescribed for the position, and...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 7, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Feb. 12, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Feb. 12, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Matt Cartwright (D-Pa.) |