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OR SB150

Bill

Status

Passed

6/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Prohibits receiving compensation for preparing, presenting, or prosecuting veteran benefit applications unless in strict accordance with the law or applicable federal law, and prohibits charging excessive or unreasonable fees for such services

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

  • Requires written agreements signed by all parties specifying terms and conditions when compensation is charged for veteran benefit claim services, adhering to federal criteria in 38 C.F.R. 14.636(g)

  • Directs the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs to conduct outreach identifying tribal and county veterans' service officers and their locations where free assistance is available

  • Makes violations an unlawful trade practice under ORS 646.608, with the law taking 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; and prescribing an effective date.

Last Action

Effective on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

6/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Emergency Management, General Government, and Veterans4/7/2025
Veterans, Emergency Management, Federal and World Affairs1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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