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Improved Repayment of Misused Veterans' Benefits

This bill aims to protect veterans' benefits. If a person managing a veteran's money (fiduciary) misuses it, the Department of Veterans Affairs will be required to repay those funds to the veteran. The law ensures veterans receive their due funds, even if misuse occurred.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must repay veterans if their benefits are misused by a fiduciary.
The Department will try to recover the funds from the fiduciary, but the veteran will still receive repayment.
The bill requires the Department to assess if misuse was due to its own negligence.
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Print number: 117_HR_4633
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the repayment by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs of benefits misused by a fiduciary.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4633.

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 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must repay veterans if their benefits are misused by a fiduciary.
  • The Department will try to recover the funds from the fiduciary, but the veteran will still receive repayment.
  • The bill requires the Department to assess if misuse was due to its own negligence.
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. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11].

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 2025-12-28.

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