US HB1578

Requires the VA Secretary to notify unrepresented veterans filing initial claims that accredited representatives may assist them and that veterans service organizations can provide free representation

Mandates the VA maintain a searchable online tool listing accredited representatives, updated at least quarterly and easily accessible to claimants

Requires VA web portals for filing benefits claims to display warnings about potential fees that agents or attorneys may charge, with links to find accredited representatives and report unaccredited persons charging fees

Directs the Secretary to complete within 180 days a review of VA regulations and procedures for recognizing claims representatives, and submit recommendations to Congress for improvements

Extends certain limits on pension payments from November 30, 2031 to March 31, 2032