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Bill > S2344
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Introduced
07/17/2025
07/17/2025
In Committee
07/17/2025
07/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve warnings about potential predatory practices regarding individuals acting as agents or attorneys in the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of veterans claims, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, called the "Department of Veterans Affairs Claim Sharks Effective Warnings Act of 2025", aims to improve warnings for veterans about potentially predatory practices by agents or attorneys who assist with veterans' claims. Specifically, the bill requires that all public-facing websites and online tools of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) display warnings to veterans when they log in. These warnings will inform veterans about risks related to seeking assistance with claims, including cautions about individuals who may not be officially recognized by the VA. The bill mandates a new warning message that explicitly discourages veterans from sharing their VA account or bank account login credentials with anyone. The Chief Veterans Experience Officer will be responsible for implementing these warning requirements, and the changes will take effect 180 days after the bill's enactment. The primary goal is to protect veterans from potential fraud or exploitation by unscrupulous agents who might seek to take advantage of veterans seeking assistance with their claims.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 07/17/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2344/all-info |
BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s2344/BILLS-119s2344is.pdf |
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