Maryland HB977 regulates fees for veterans benefits services and appeals, requiring disclosures and prohibiting certain fees.

Maryland HB977 mandates that individuals or entities charging fees for veterans benefits services or appeals must provide a written disclosure statement and obtain a signature acknowledging understanding. It prohibits charging fees for services related to claims filed with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families. Violations are considered unfair trade practices and subject to civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation and a one-year ban from offering such services in the state.

Maryland HB977 regulates fees for veterans benefits services and appeals, requiring disclosures and prohibiting certain fees.

Maryland HB977 mandates that individuals or entities charging fees for veterans benefits services or appeals must provide a written disclosure statement and obtain a signature acknowledging understanding. It prohibits charging fees for services related to claims filed with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families. Violations are considered unfair trade practices and subject to civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation and a one-year ban from offering such services in the state.