MO HB3029

Prohibits any person from receiving compensation for advising or assisting individuals with veterans' benefits matters, except as permitted under federal law, and bans compensation for referrals to such services

Requires written fee agreements signed by both parties before services are rendered, with all terms adhering to 38 CFR 14.636 federal regulations

Prohibits compensation for services rendered before a notice of disagreement is filed, and bans guaranteeing specific benefit outcomes or charging excessive/unreasonable fees

Mandates oral and written disclosures (minimum 12-point font) informing clients that the business is not affiliated with the VA or Missouri Veterans' Commission and that free services may be available elsewhere

Bars paid advisors from accessing clients' personal medical information, financial information, government benefit applications, or login credentials; violations constitute a class A misdemeanor