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HB 141

Veterans' Fellowship for State Government Pilot Program; created, report.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michael Feggans and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia creates a veterans state government fellowship pilot program requiring performance reporting and expansion recommendations.

Left in Finance and Appropriations
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Bill Summary · HB 141

Legislative bill overview

HB 141 establishes a pilot program in Virginia to create fellowships for veterans seeking to work in state government positions. The bill requires the creation of a structured fellowship program and mandates a report on the program's outcomes and recommendations for continuation or expansion.

Why is this important

Veterans represent a skilled workforce with leadership, management, and technical experience that could strengthen state government operations. This pilot program addresses veteran employment challenges while potentially filling workforce gaps in the public sector, particularly for roles requiring security clearances or specialized training that military service provides.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal cost and budget impact: The program requires state funding, and Finance and Appropriations' extended review suggests concerns about appropriation levels or implementation costs
  • Program design specificity: The bill may lack detail on eligibility criteria, fellowship duration, compensation, placement rates, or which state agencies participate
  • Preference versus merit: Questions may arise about whether veterans receive preferential hiring treatment versus standard competitive civil service processes
  • Reporting requirements and accountability: Stakeholders may debate what metrics should define success and whether the pilot has clear sunset provisions or triggers for expansion

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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