Veterans Benefits Matters - Claim Servicers - Requirements
Hearing (House)
Summary
The bill would force anyone who is not accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs but who charges for preparing or advising on veterans benefits claims to sign a written fee agreement that includes a specific bold notice and an oral explanation signed by the veteran. It also bans charging fees if the veteran dies before the claim is processed and sets civil penalties and a one‑year service ban for non‑compliance. The measure aims to protect veterans from deceptive fees and to direct collected penalties to the state veterans trust fund.
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- Economic Matters — Bill HearingEconomic Matters · Mar 3, 2026
History
- Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Economic Matters
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- Allen · sponsor
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