BREAKING: VA Implements New Privacy Exemption for Police Psychological Records

🚨 BREAKING: VA Implements New Privacy Exemption for Police Psychological Records 🚨
In this investigative deep-dive, we uncover a recent VA rule change that significantly limits access to psychological evaluation records of VA police officers. Effective October 27, 2025, this Privacy Act exemption affects transparency and accountability at VA facilities nationwide.
What We Cover:
✅ Complete breakdown of Federal Register Document 2025-18663
✅ How this affects veteran safety and police accountability
✅ Why only ONE person commented during public review
✅ What records are now protected from disclosure
✅ Your rights as a veteran using VA services
✅ Timeline of events from July 2024 to implementation
Key Takeaways:
• VA police officers can no longer access their own psychological evaluation records • Public transparency about VA police fitness significantly reduced
• Annual psychological evaluations now largely exempt from Privacy Act protections • Rule affects all 170+ VA medical centers nationwide
PRIMARY SOURCES:
📋 Federal Register 2025-18663: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/09/25/2025-18663/privacy-act-of-1974-implementation 📋 Federal Register 2024-16267: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/24/2024-16267/privacy-act-of-1974-system-of-records
CONTACT INFORMATION:
📞 Stephania Griffin, VHA: (704) 245-2492 📧 Christopher Loftis, Ph.D.: [email protected] | (202) 461-0420
GET INVOLVED:
🏛️ Contact your Congressional representatives 🤝 Reach out to veteran service organizations
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DISCLAIMER:
⚠️ IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER ⚠️
This video is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information presented is based on publicly available Federal Register documents and should not be relied upon for legal decisions.
Always consult with qualified legal counsel for specific legal matters
Federal regulations are subject to change and interpretation
Veterans Log is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs
Individual circumstances may vary regarding Privacy Act rights and procedures
This analysis represents the creator's interpretation of publicly available documents
For official VA information, contact the Department of Veterans Affairs directly or consult with a qualified attorney specializing in federal employment or veterans' law.

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