Bills · HR 1746
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1746Civil actions and liabilityLicensing and registrations
SAVE Act
INTRO FEB 27· LAST ACTION MAR 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a critical issue many veterans face: finding reliable and trustworthy help when navigating the complex process of applying for VA benefits. Currently, it can be challenging for veterans to distinguish between legitimate, VA-accredited assistance and fraudulent or unqualified individuals, potentially leading to lost time, money, or even denial of much-needed benefits.
If this bill becomes law, it would bring greater transparency and accountability to the system. Veterans would have clearer access to accurate, up-to-date information about accredited helpers and a recognizable symbol to identify them, reducing confusion and the risk of fraud. If it doesn't become law, veterans may continue to struggle with identifying qualified assistance, leaving them vulnerable to scams and inefficiency in claiming their benefits, and the VA's process for overseeing these helpers would remain less transparent.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit an annual report to Congress detailing its process for recognizing individuals and organizations who help veterans with benefit claims.
This provision increases transparency and accountability for the VA's accreditation program, allowing Congress and the public to understand how helpers are vetted and monitored.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that the annual report include specific details about the type of training required for recognized individuals, how their information is collected and verified, and the accuracy of the VA's public database of these helpers.
These details provide crucial insights into the quality control and effectiveness of the VA's system for ensuring veterans receive qualified assistance.
PROVISION 03
Establishes a new official certification mark that can be used by VA-recognized individuals to identify themselves.
This mark provides a clear visual indicator for veterans to quickly identify legitimate assistance, helping them avoid fraud and unqualified helpers.
PROVISION 04
Imposes civil penalties, including fines or imprisonment, for anyone who fraudulently uses the new certification mark to mislead veterans.
This creates a legal deterrent against impersonation and fraud, protecting veterans from those who falsely claim VA accreditation.
PROVISION 05
Requires the VA to ensure its public database of recognized individuals is updated annually with accurate contact information.
This provision ensures veterans can always find current and correct contact details for accredited helpers, improving accessibility and reliability.
SPONSORSHIP
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSMAR 27
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
FEB 27
Introduced in House
FEB 27
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1746
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Last actionMar 27, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025
House BillHR 1746Civil actions and liabilityLicensing and registrations
SAVE Act
INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 27, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
1
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