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WV SB704
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Oliverio
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AI Summary
- Creates the Veterans' Empowerment and Trust Safeguard (VETS) Act prohibiting unauthorized persons from receiving compensation for assisting veterans with benefits claims, except as permitted by federal law
- Bans receiving fees for referrals to benefits advisors, collecting payment before the VA issues a determination letter, and guaranteeing specific benefit outcomes to veterans
- Requires written fee agreements filed with the VA before any compensated services are rendered, with fees meeting federal standards under 38 C.F.R. § 14.636 and 38 U.S.C. § 5904
- Prohibits contingency-based fees for medical evidence or expert witness testimony in veterans' benefits matters
- Exempts federally accredited agents, attorneys, recognized veteran service organizations, authorized government employees, and licensed medical professionals charging pre-determined flat rates for testimony
Legislative Description
Prohibiting certain compensation for advising or assisting with veterans benefits
Consumer Protection
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/13/2026
Military2/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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