MI SB0215

Caps compensation for veterans' benefit services related to initial disability claims at 5 times one month's increase in benefits awarded, with fees being purely contingent on benefits received and no upfront charges allowed

Prohibits compensation for services rendered during the 1-year presumptive period after active-duty release unless the veteran signs a waiver acknowledging free services are available

Requires background checks with identity verification and criminal records screening for anyone accessing veterans' medical or financial information

Bans use of international call centers or data centers for processing veterans' personal information and prohibits service providers from using veterans' login credentials to access their accounts

Allows unaccredited individuals to provide only limited veterans' benefit services that do not include representing veterans as agents or attorneys

Exempts VA-accredited agents and attorneys from the new compensation restrictions, as they are separately regulated by the federal Department of Veterans Affairs