Bill > HB3029

This bill establishes new rules for individuals or entities who receive payment, referred to as "compensation," for helping people with "veterans' benefits matters," which means assisting with claims for benefits administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or the Missouri veterans' commission. Generally, no one can be paid for advising or assisting with these matters, or for referring someone to another person who will assist, unless permitted by federal law. Any agreement for paid services must be in writing, signed by both parties, and follow specific federal regulations. Compensation cannot be received for services rendered before a formal notice of disagreement is filed in a case, and no one can guarantee specific benefit outcomes. Fees must be reasonable, guided by federal criteria, and individuals providing these paid services must clearly disclose that they are not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or the Missouri Veterans' Commission, and that free services may be available from other organizations. This disclosure must be made both orally and in writing, with the written version appearing in the service agreement in at least twelve-point font, and both parties must acknowledge understanding. Advertisements for these paid services must also include a similar disclosure. Furthermore, individuals providing these services for compensation cannot gain direct access to sensitive personal information like medical or financial details, or login credentials. Violating these provisions is considered a class A misdemeanor, a serious criminal offense.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB3029&year=2026&code=R