VA workers would get 4 extra weeks of unpaid parental leave
In committeeH.R. 8041Latest action
Sponsor: Janelle S. Bynum · Representative · OR
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Official title: Supporting VA Families Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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HR 8041 would give VA employees four extra weeks of unpaid leave after welcoming a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement.
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What does this do?
This bill would add four weeks of unpaid leave for VA employees who have a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement. This extra leave must be used within 12 months and is in addition to parental leave already provided under federal law.
Who does it affect?
The bill covers employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs broadly, including doctors, nurses, and other clinical staff in the Veterans Health Administration.
Why does it matter?
Employees would keep their jobs during this period but would not receive their salary. The leave expands options for VA workers beyond what current federal law already provides.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 24, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 15, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.