Hiring Preference for Veterans and Americans With Disabilities Act

# Hiring Preference for Veterans and Americans With Disabilities Act (HR 5734) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to give hiring preferences to veterans and Americans with disabilities when they apply for federal government jobs. Under current law, federal agencies already provide some hiring advantages to veterans, but this bill would strengthen or expand those preferences. The exact provisions aren't fully detailed in the available information, but the bill's title suggests it would make it easier for these two groups to compete for and secure positions in the federal workforce. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects military veterans and people with disabilities seeking federal employment. It would also impact federal agencies and employers who would need to follow new or modified hiring rules.

Veterans' organizations and disability advocacy groups would likely have interest in this legislation. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5734 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to a congressional committee for review and debate but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Gabe Evans (R-CO). Further action would require the committee to advance the bill for a floor vote.