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Increased Transparency for Veterans' Benefits Claims

New rules ensure that representatives of veterans will have the opportunity to review proposed decisions regarding their benefits before they become final. This gives veterans and their representatives 48 hours to verify and raise any concerns, increasing certainty and control over the process.
Key points
Veterans' representatives (e.g., lawyers, agents) will be notified of a proposed benefits decision.
They will have 48 hours to review the decision and indicate whether the veteran agrees or disputes it.
The final decision cannot be made until the representative has had a chance to review it.
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Print number: 117_HR_2753
Sponsor: Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Claim Transparency Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2753.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans' representatives (e.g., lawyers, agents) will be notified of a proposed benefits decision.
  • They will have 48 hours to review the decision and indicate whether the veteran agrees or disputes it.
  • The final decision cannot be made until the representative has had a chance to review it.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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