Veterans: benefits; Michigan consumer protection act; amend to enhance protections for individuals applying for veterans benefits. Amends sec. 3k of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903k).
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Overview
This bill strengthens protections for veterans and their families seeking benefits by regulating those who provide veterans’ benefit services. It prohibits individuals from receiving compensation for these services unless specific conditions are met, including accreditation and adherence to federal regulations. The bill also requires clear disclosures to veterans about the services being offered and prohibits misleading advertising regarding guaranteed benefits.
Key provisions
- Prohibits individuals from providing veterans’ benefit services unless they are government employees, accredited, or employees of recognized veterans’ services organizations.
- Limits compensation for veterans’ benefit services to a maximum of five times the amount of an increase in benefits awarded, with exceptions for accredited agents.
- Requires specific disclosures to veterans regarding the nature of the service, affiliations, and potential benefits.
- Prohibits misleading advertising regarding guaranteed benefits.
- Regulates advertising and promotion of events related to veterans’ benefits, requiring specific disclosures.
- Addresses the use of personal information, preventing the use of veteran login information for accessing benefits data.
- Mandates background checks for individuals accessing veterans’ medical or financial information.
- Defines key terms such as ‘compensation’ and ‘veterans’ benefit service’.
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