To amend title 38, United States Code, to include information relating to certain questionnaire on forms to apply for disability or pension benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
HR 4921 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to add specific information to forms veterans use to apply for disability or pension benefits. It mandates that covered forms include three key statements: (1) veterans can choose their own medical provider for disability questionnaires, (2) veterans may submit forms anytime during their claim process, and (3) clear methods to access forms without internet use. The bill defines "covered forms" as those for Chapter 11/15 benefits and VA Form 21-0966, and directs the VA to update its "How to file a VA disability claim" website with this information. This change directly affects veterans navigating the benefits application process, aiming to improve clarity and accessibility. The policy focuses on modifying existing application materials without altering benefit eligibility or funding.
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Jul 2023
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Introduced Jul 26, 2023
Last action Aug 24, 2023
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Aug 24, 2023
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Jul 26, 2023
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Jul 26, 2023
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Anna Paulina Luna
RRepublican
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Barry Moore
RRepublican
Co
Mary E. Miller
RRepublican
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