Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Mar 28, 2023
Step 2
Referred
Apr 14, 2023
Veterans' Affairs
Step 3
Committee
Step 4
House floor
Step 5
Senate
Step 6
Resolve Changes
Step 7
Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill modifies provisions related to agents and attorneys who represent veterans in Department of Affairs (VA) benefit claims. The VA must determine whether to recognize an individual as an agent or attorney for purposes of VA benefit claims within 90 days of receiving an application from such an individual. If the VA cannot verify whether the agent or attorney meets its qualifications and standards before the end of the 90 days, the VA must recognize the agent or attorney. If the VA determines after the 90-day period that such an agent or attorney does not meet the VA's qualifications and standards, the VA may suspend the individual without regard to notice and hearing procedures. The...
Timeline · 3 actions
Apr 14, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Mar 28, 2023
Introduced in House
Mar 28, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.