Texas SB594 regulates assistance with veterans benefits claims, prohibiting certain actions and requiring written fee agreements.

Texas SB594 amends Chapter 434 of the Government Code by adding Subchapter J, which addresses assistance with veterans benefits claims. It prohibits individuals from receiving compensation for preparing, presenting, or prosecuting veterans benefit matters, advising or assisting with such matters, referring others for these services, guaranteeing specific benefits, or charging excessive fees. The bill mandates that any compensation arrangements be documented in a written agreement signed by both parties, adhering to federal regulations.

Texas SB594 regulates assistance with veterans benefits claims, prohibiting certain actions and requiring written fee agreements.

Texas SB594 amends Chapter 434 of the Government Code by adding Subchapter J, which addresses assistance with veterans benefits claims. It prohibits individuals from receiving compensation for preparing, presenting, or prosecuting veterans benefit matters, advising or assisting with such matters, referring others for these services, guaranteeing specific benefits, or charging excessive fees. The bill mandates that any compensation arrangements be documented in a written agreement signed by both parties, adhering to federal regulations.