Requires notification to veterans of free services by federal, state, and local agencies; mandates disclosures; imposes civil penalties.

This bill amends the veterans' services law to require federal, state, and local veteran agencies to notify veterans of available free services. It mandates that any person offering veterans services for compensation must provide clear disclosures, both orally and in writing, stating that the business is not affiliated with any government agency. Advertisements must also include this disclosure. The bill prohibits compensation for advising or assisting with veterans services unless permitted by federal law.

Requires notification to veterans of free services by federal, state, and local agencies; mandates disclosures; imposes civil penalties.

This bill amends the veterans' services law to require federal, state, and local veteran agencies to notify veterans of available free services. It mandates that any person offering veterans services for compensation must provide clear disclosures, both orally and in writing, stating that the business is not affiliated with any government agency. Advertisements must also include this disclosure. The bill prohibits compensation for advising or assisting with veterans services unless permitted by federal law.