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NY A02530
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Edward Ra
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from receiving compensation for advising or assisting veterans with benefits claims except as permitted under federal law, and bars compensation for referrals to other service providers
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Requires written fee agreements signed by both parties that comply with federal regulations (38 C.F.R. §14.636) before any compensated services are rendered, with no fees allowed until a notice of disagreement is filed
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Prohibits guaranteeing specific veterans benefits outcomes and bans excessive or unreasonable fees for veterans services assistance
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Mandates that for-compensation veterans service providers give oral and written disclosure (minimum 12-point font) informing veterans that government agencies and chartered veterans organizations may provide the same services free of charge, and that the business is not affiliated with the VA or state agencies
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Requires the same disclosure in all advertisements for compensated veterans services, with civil penalties for violations to be set by the state commissioner and funds collected directed to veteran service programs
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
1/7/2026