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OR HB3751

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Thuy Tran

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Prohibits receiving compensation for preparing, presenting, or prosecuting veteran benefit applications, or for advising, assisting, or representing veterans in obtaining benefits or appeals, except as permitted by federal or state law

  • Bans guaranteeing to veterans or beneficiaries that they will receive a specific benefit or specific level/percentage/amount of benefits

  • Prohibits charging excessive or unreasonable fees for veteran benefit services, with reasonableness defined by federal regulations at 38 C.F.R. 14.636(e)

  • Requires written agreements signed by all parties specifying terms and conditions when compensation is received for veteran benefit services

  • Classifies violations as unlawful trade practices under ORS 646.608, allowing affected parties to pursue legal action; takes effect 91 days after the 2025 legislative session adjourns

Legislative Description

Relating to compensation for services performed in connection with a claim for a veteran's benefit; prescribing an effective date.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Emergency Management, General Government, and Veterans3/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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