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Easier Online Access to Veteran Records and Fraud Warnings.

This new law simplifies the process for veterans and their representatives to electronically request records from the Department of Veterans Affairs. It also mandates warnings on the Department's websites about potential scams and provides tools to find trusted advisors. The aim is to streamline information access and protect veterans from fraudulent practices.
Key points
Veterans can now submit electronic requests for their records, speeding up the process and making information more accessible.
The Department of Veterans Affairs must establish a secure website for electronic requests within one year.
Department websites will display warnings about fraudulent representatives and provide links to search for recognized agents and view disciplinary actions.
Warnings will be available in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and seven other most commonly spoken languages in the U.S., increasing accessibility.
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Wounded Warrior Access Act
Print number: HR 1226
Sponsor: Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
Voting date: 2023-03-07
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 132