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DemocratBill · H.R. 1732· House(119-HR-1732)

GUARD VA Benefits Act

Rep. Pappas
Age: 46 years
New Hampshire
Introduced
2/27/2025
Last activity
3/18/2026 — Committee Hearings Held
Sponsored by
Chris Pappas
Cosponsors
Democrat - 121Republican - 16
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "GUARD VA Benefits Act," seeks to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The primary goal is to reinstate penalties for individuals who charge veterans unauthorized fees related to their benefit claims. It specifically targets those who solicit, contract for, charge, or receive compensation for preparing or prosecuting claims administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. These penalties would be applied as provided in title 18.

Yes· 3 of 11

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+10

    Directly protects veterans from financial exploitation when seeking benefits.

  • Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+8

    Directly protects veterans' access to benefits by penalizing those who charge unauthorized fees.

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5

    Protects veterans from predatory and unauthorized fees charged by representatives.

The opposite

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-3

    Negative for unaccredited representatives who charge fees for these services.