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Veterans Benefits Improvement Act: Faster Appeals, Better Claim Transparency.

This law aims to streamline the process for veterans applying for benefits. It mandates greater transparency regarding the medical forms used for disability assessments and requires that veterans' representatives be immediately notified of examination schedules. Furthermore, it increases the number of judges in the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, intended to speed up the resolution of appeals.
Key points
Increased Transparency: The VA must publish disability assessment forms, helping veterans and their representatives prepare for medical examinations.
Improved Communication: Veterans' representatives will automatically receive scheduling notices for medical disability exams from contracted providers.
Faster Appeals: The authorized number of judges for the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is increased by three to reduce backlogs.
Legal Staff Retention: New benefits (student loan repayment, bar fee reimbursement) are introduced to recruit and retain high-quality attorneys handling veterans' claims.
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Print number: 118_S_2513
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2513.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Transparency: The VA must publish disability assessment forms, helping veterans and their representatives prepare for medical examinations.
  • Improved Communication: Veterans' representatives will automatically receive scheduling notices for medical disability exams from contracted providers.
  • Faster Appeals: The authorized number of judges for the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is increased by three to reduce backlogs.
  • Legal Staff Retention: New benefits (student loan repayment, bar fee reimbursement) are introduced to recruit and retain high-quality attorneys handling veterans' claims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-196.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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