VAFinal Rule

Privacy Act; Implementation (2900-AS11)

HealthcareTechnologyLabor & Workplace

Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is updating how it handles and protects personal information collected from veterans and VA employees. This rule ensures that the VA follows federal privacy laws when storing, using, and sharing sensitive data like medical records, Social Security numbers, and financial information.

Key Points

  • 1The VA must clearly explain to veterans and employees what personal information it collects and how it will be used
  • 2Veterans and employees have the right to access their own records and request corrections if information is inaccurate
  • 3The VA must have security measures in place to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive personal data
  • 4The VA must limit who can access personal information to only those who need it for their job
  • 5Veterans can file complaints if they believe the VA mishandled their private information

Key Dates

Published

September 25, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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