VA Pushes Background Checks for Contractor Safety
Published Date: 9/17/2025
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Summary
The VA wants your thoughts on a new rule that requires background checks for certain contracts to keep things safe and sound. This affects contractors working with the VA, and they’re asking for public comments over the next 60 days. No big costs yet, just making sure everyone’s on board before moving forward!
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VA Background Checks for Contractors
If you work as a contractor with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the VA is proposing Clause 852.237-73 under the Crime Control Act that would require background checks for certain VA contracts. The VA is requesting public comment on this information collection for 60 days under the Paperwork Reduction Act.
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