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FL S1452
Bill
Status
Failed
3/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security
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AI Summary
- Creates the "Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding (GUARD) VA Benefits Act" (s. 295.225, F.S.), prohibiting any person from receiving compensation for advising or assisting individuals on veterans' benefits matters except as authorized by federal law and this section
- Requires persons advertising veterans' benefits advisory services to include a disclosure stating they are not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs, or any federally chartered veterans' service organization, and that free alternatives may be available
- Requires a signed written agreement before services are provided, with fee terms adhering to 38 C.F.R. s. 14.636, along with both oral and written disclosures (in at least 12-point font) that must be retained for at least 1 year after the service relationship ends
- Prohibits guaranteeing specific benefits outcomes, charging excessive or unreasonable fees, and receiving compensation for referrals to other persons for veterans' benefits matters
- Classifies any violation as a deceptive and unfair trade practice under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (Part II, Chapter 501)
Legislative Description
Compensation for Advising or Assisting in Veterans' Benefits
Last Action
Died in Judiciary
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/31/2024
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