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Senate approves limits and disclosures for paid veteran‑benefits helpers; bill aims to curb predatory fees
Summary
Engrossed House Bill 11‑69 passed the Senate 42‑5, adding written‑agreement, disclosure and fee limits for non‑VA‑accredited entities that assist veterans with benefit claims while preserving veterans’ option to choose paid services.
Bismarck — The North Dakota Senate voted 42‑5 on Monday to pass Engrossed House Bill 11‑69, a bill that aims to protect veterans from predatory practices by private entities that charge for help preparing Veterans Affairs compensation claims.
Senator Meerdal, speaking for the bill, said the measure preserves veterans’ freedom to choose paid assistance while imposing guardrails: mandatory written agreements describing compensation, prohibitions on excessive fees, limits tying compensation to outcomes, restrictions on the use of veterans’ personal login credentials, and a prohibition on using international…
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