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HI SB608

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Wakai

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits receiving compensation for preparing, advising, or assisting with veterans benefits matters except as permitted under federal law, and bans paid referrals for such services
  • Forbids guaranteeing that any individual will receive specific veterans benefits or a specific level/percentage of benefits
  • Requires written agreements signed by both parties before any compensated services are rendered, with fees contingent upon an increase in benefits awarded
  • Caps compensation at five times the monthly increase in benefits or $12,500, whichever is less, and prohibits charging initial fees
  • Exempts federally accredited representatives, agents, attorneys under 38 CFR 14.629, and Department of Defense employees acting in their official capacity

Legislative Description

Relating To Veterans Rights And Benefits.

Regulation

Last Action

Bill scheduled to be heard by PBS on Wednesday, 03-18-26 9:30AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety3/12/2026
Commerce and Consumer Protection2/7/2025
Public Safety, Intergovernmental and Military Affairs1/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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