This bill amends title 38, United States Code, to establish a new right for most Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees. It mandates that the VA Secretary must provide covered employees the opportunity to be represented by a representative of their choice during any examination. This right applies specifically when an employee believes the examination could result in disciplinary action against them and they formally request such representation. The representation may occur on duty time, if applicable, ensuring employees have support during critical internal processes. The legislation defines "covered employee" broadly, encompassing most VA staff, but explicitly excludes individuals in senior executive positions, certain medical personnel appointed under specific sections, and political appointees from this new protection.