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06/11/2026

Department of Veterans Affairs Modifies "Criminal Investigations" System of Records

Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice modifying its existing system of records titled "Criminal Investigations—VA" (11VA51). Maintained by the VA Office of Inspector General (OIG), this system compiles evidence to investigate criminal conduct, identify offenders or alleged offenders, and pinpoint relevant witnesses and documents.

Key updates and details from the modified notice include:

Expanded Purpose: The system’s scope is being expanded to explicitly include language regarding the prevention, detection, and recoupment of fraud, abuse, and improper payments in VA programs, as mandated by Executive Order 14249.

System Upgrades: The security classification has been formally updated to "Unclassified," and updates have been made to reflect evolving technologies, current authorities, and modern record storage practices (such as the use of the VA OIG Enterprise Management System).

Individuals Covered: The records cover VA employees, veterans, beneficiaries, and private citizens (such as contractors) whose actions affect or relate to VA programs and operations.

Privacy Act Exemptions: Because the principal function of this system involves criminal law enforcement activities, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has exempted large portions of this system from standard Privacy Act requirements (such as certain notification, access, and record-contesting procedures) to safeguard ongoing investigations and protect confidential sources.

As required by the Privacy Act of 1974, notice is hereby given that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is modifying the system of records titled, "Criminal Investigations--VA" (11VA51). The purpose of this system of records is to compile evidence to prove or disprove criminal conduct,...

06/11/2026

VA Rescinds Obsolete Regulations for the Rural Veterans Coordination Pilot Grant Program

Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a final rule to rescind its regulations governing the Rural Veterans Coordination Pilot (RVCP) grant program, officially removing and reserving 38 CFR Part 64.

Key details of the announcement include:

Reason for Rescission: The statutory authority for the RVCP—originally established as a temporary two-year pilot under the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010—has expired. Because all grant activities have long been completed and no active funding or operations remain, the regulations are obsolete.

Purpose: This deregulatory action aligns with Executive Order 14219 to clean up unnecessary regulatory text, maximize clarity, and prevent any confusion among stakeholders regarding the availability of the program.

Effective Date: The final rule will officially take effect on July 13, 2026.

Impact: The VA notes that this action is purely administrative and will impose no economic costs or changes to active veteran services.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is rescinding its regulations that govern the Rural Veterans Coordination Pilot (RVCP) grant program because the statutory authority for this program has expired. Removing these provisions will ensure that VA's regulations accurately reflect current law and...

05/06/2026

We’re excited to announce the next Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Virtual Job Fair, May 20, 2026, presented by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, and we’d love for you to be a part of it!

Job Seekers Register here:
https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xm4YOd

Employers Register here:
https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/dy4Vg8

Register Now!

Virtual Job Fair
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Employer & Job Seeker Cost: Zero

Schedule:
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Veterans & Military Families
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Open to All Job Candidates

This event is completely free for both employers and job candidates / seekers, providing an excellent opportunity to connect and explore career opportunities. Looking ahead, our job fair will take place on the third Wednesday of each month in 2026.

Here’s a preview of the upcoming dates:

- June 17, 2026
- July 15, 2026
- August 19, 2026
- September 16, 2026

Make sure to mark your calendars, and feel free to share this with anyone who might benefit from attending. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/04/2026

Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin raised an important issue: funding for County Veterans Service Officers.

In response, VA Secretary Doug Collins spoke to the real-world impact of CVSOs and voiced support for full funding in FY 2027.

We couldn’t agree more. CVSOs play a critical role in connecting veterans and their families to the care and benefits they’ve earned, right in their communities.

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

Do you know a veteran who could benefit from better access to care? The KYnect-a-Vet program provides free phones (with service) to eligible veterans—especially those in rural areas or facing challenges like TBI. Nominations must come from a trusted professional.

05/04/2026

Under President Trump, Department of Veteran Affairs is delivering benefits faster than ever. From cutting claim processing times nearly in half, to reducing the backlog to under 80K, more Veterans and survivors are quickly getting the benefits they’ve earned.

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-announces-major-improvements-in-benefits-processing-and-delivery/