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New Veterans Helpline: Easy Access to Benefit Information

This act establishes a toll-free telephone helpline for veterans and eligible individuals to easily obtain information about Department of Veterans Affairs benefits and services. The goal is to simplify access to support and resources that can improve their daily lives.
Key points
Establishment of a toll-free helpline that connects callers with a live individual, not a recording.
Calls can be directed to the appropriate person or department for specific benefit information.
A study will be conducted on the feasibility of a simple, three-digit dialing code for the helpline.
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Print number: 117_S_3284
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Assistance Helpline Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3284.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a toll-free helpline that connects callers with a live individual, not a recording.
  • Calls can be directed to the appropriate person or department for specific benefit information.
  • A study will be conducted on the feasibility of a simple, three-digit dialing code for the helpline.
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 Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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