Bill · H.R. 8120· House(119-HR-8120)
Veterans Benefits Information Protection Act
- Introduced
- 3/26/2026
- Last activity
- 3/26/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Chris Pappas
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Veterans Benefits Information Protection Act," aims to amend the Communications Act of 1934. It seeks to restrict the use of certain automated telephone equipment for calls made to telephone numbers assigned to a Federal department or agency. The restrictions target equipment capable of making repeated calls and exchanging information without human intervention. Additionally, the bill prohibits such equipment from being operated by anyone other than the person or entity the information relates to.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3
By restricting automated telephone equipment from calling Federal agencies, the bill helps protect the integrity of channels used to manage veteran benefits.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+3
The bill protects the telephone lines of Federal agencies, which include those managing veteran benefits, from automated call interference.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
The bill limits automated interference with Federal agency communications, potentially ensuring more reliable access to government services.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Restriction of automated calling to Federal agencies: The bill adds a new subparagraph to Section 227(b)(1) that restricts equipment capable of making repeated calls and exchanging information without human intervention when calling Federal departments or agencies. This could benefit people by limiting automated interference with Federal agency telephone lines. (Section 2)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text: The provided text focuses solely on the restrictions being implemented and does not list any negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- 4/6/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/26/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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