Bill > HB1670

This bill establishes comprehensive protections for veterans seeking benefits assistance by creating new regulations for individuals and businesses providing veterans' benefits services. The legislation requires that any person advising or assisting veterans with benefits matters must first disclose they are not affiliated with official veterans' organizations, limit their compensation to a maximum of $12,000 or five times the monthly benefit increase, and only charge fees contingent upon successfully increasing benefits. The bill also imposes strict requirements on service providers, including prohibiting the use of international call centers for processing veterans' personal information, preventing unauthorized access to veterans' login credentials, and mandating thorough national criminal background checks for anyone handling veterans' medical or financial information. Additionally, the bill requires service providers to provide a specific written disclosure to veterans at the start of their business relationship, explaining that alternative free services may be available and that the business is not officially affiliated with government veterans' organizations. Violations of these provisions are considered deceptive consumer practices, with potential civil penalties that will be deposited into the veterans' affairs trust fund. The law is designed to protect veterans from potential exploitation and ensure they receive transparent, ethical assistance when seeking benefits.

Military Affairs and Security

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1670/details