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Veteran Benefit Reimbursement for Misused Funds

This act aims to protect veterans by ensuring they receive reimbursement for benefits misused by their fiduciaries. It means that if someone entrusted with a veteran's funds misuses them, the Department of Veterans Affairs will repay those amounts. The act also requires the Department to make efforts to recover the misused funds from the responsible fiduciary.
Key points
Veterans will be reimbursed if their benefits are misused by a financial guardian.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will actively seek to recover these funds from the misusing fiduciary.
Reimbursement will not be delayed due to an ongoing investigation into the Department's potential negligence.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-04-30
100%
For 413
Against 0
Abstain 0
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Expired
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No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4016
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2023-06-12
Voting date: 2024-04-30
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 160
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4016.

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 2023-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will be reimbursed if their benefits are misused by a financial guardian.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will actively seek to recover these funds from the misusing fiduciary.
  • Reimbursement will not be delayed due to an ongoing investigation into the Department's potential 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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

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: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 160). (text: 04/29/2024 CR H2695)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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