HB 652 Summary

• Prohibits persons from receiving compensation for preparing, presenting, or assisting individuals with veterans benefits matters, except as permitted under federal law

• Prohibits persons from receiving compensation for referring individuals to others for veterans benefits assistance

• Requires persons seeking compensation for veterans benefits services to provide a written agreement signed by both parties detailing all fee payment terms before rendering services, adhering to federal regulations in title 38 CFR section 14.636

• Prohibits guarantees that individuals will receive specific veterans benefits or specific levels, percentages, or amounts of benefits

• Establishes violations as unfair or deceptive acts under chapter 481A, with exceptions for accredited representatives under federal law and Department of Defense employees