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NY A08106
Bill
Status
10/13/2023
Primary Sponsor
Edward Ra
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from receiving compensation for advising, assisting, or referring veterans regarding veterans' services matters, except as permitted under federal law.
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Requires persons providing compensated veterans services to provide written agreements complying with federal code 38 C.F.R. § 14.636 and prohibits compensation before a notice of disagreement is filed.
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Mandates clear disclosure statements in at least 12-point font, both orally and in writing, informing veterans that services are available free of charge from government agencies and that the business is not government-affiliated or endorsed.
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Requires the same disclosure statement to appear in all advertisements for compensated veterans services in a readily visible or intelligible manner.
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Establishes violations as unlawful practices subject to civil penalties, with collected penalties directed to support veteran service programs within the department.
Legislative Description
Requires the notification to veterans of the availability of veterans' services free of charge by federal, state, and local veteran agencies; requires certain disclosures to be provided when notifying veterans about available services; provides for civil penalties for any violations.
Last Action
referred to veterans' affairs
1/3/2024