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Veterans Support: Easier Access to Legal Aid and Information

This act aims to simplify veterans' access to free or paid legal assistance when filing benefit claims. It mandates informing veterans about available organizations and attorneys, and creates an online tool for searching them. Additionally, it extends the deadline for certain pension payment limitations.
Key points
Veterans filing benefit claims will receive information about available assistance from accredited organizations or attorneys.
An easily accessible online search tool for accredited persons will be created, updated at least quarterly.
Department of Veterans Affairs websites will display warnings about fees that attorneys or agents may charge for claim assistance.
The deadline for certain pension payment limitations for veterans will be extended to March 31, 2032.
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Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1578
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]
Process start date: 2025-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Claims Education Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1578.

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 2025-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans filing benefit claims will receive information about available assistance from accredited organizations or attorneys.
  • An easily accessible online search tool for accredited persons will be created, updated at least quarterly.
  • Department of Veterans Affairs websites will display warnings about fees that attorneys or agents may charge for claim assistance.
  • The deadline for certain pension payment limitations for veterans will be extended to March 31, 2032.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2133-2134)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Benefits Courts and Law