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HB1732Introduced in the House

GUARD VA Benefits Act Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding VA Benefits Act

Introduced

Introduced by Christopher Pappas, District NH-1

What does this bill do?

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Official description

To amend title 38, United States Code, to reinstate penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relating to claims for benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

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Committee Hearings Held

March 18, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  3. Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

  4. Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Discharged

  5. Committee Hearings Held

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