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AZ SB1803

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Gowan

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person from acting as an agent or attorney in veterans' benefits claims unless recognized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Non-accredited persons may only receive compensation for advising, consulting, or coaching veterans on initial claims, supplemental claims, or higher level reviews, and must file fee agreements with the Attorney General
  • Requires written agreements with a three-day cancellation period and disclosure stating the business is not accredited by or affiliated with the VA or Arizona Department of Veterans' Services
  • Prohibits non-accredited persons from charging upfront or non-refundable fees; compensation is capped at five times the monthly increase in veteran's benefits and contingent on benefits being increased
  • Bans predatory advertising, guaranteeing specific outcomes, submitting paperwork to the VA on behalf of veterans, or holding power of attorney; violations constitute unlawful practices enforceable by the Attorney General

Legislative Description

Veterans' benefits; claims; prohibition

Prohibition

Last Action

Assigned to House RULES Committee

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/16/2026
Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections3/10/2026
Rules2/5/2026
Military Affairs and Border Security2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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