LEAD Act of 2023

The LEAD Act of 2023 establishes new accountability systems within the Department of Veterans Affairs to improve oversight, management, and transparency. It creates a new Office of Transparency, Engagement, Accountability, and Management (TEAM Office) to track recommendations from oversight bodies and an Office of the Medical Inspector to review healthcare quality and safety. The bill requires biennial employee surveys on accountability and management, creates a centralized database to track accountability actions and investigations, and strengthens whistleblower protections. These changes directly affect VA employees and aim to improve healthcare delivery and accountability across the Department.