TAP Promotion Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The TAP Promotion Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include a presentation about VA benefits during pre-separation counseling for service members. This presentation must be standardized and reviewed by veterans service organizations and the VA. The VA will also be required to report annually on the presentation’s participation, attendance, and any recommended improvements.
Key provisions
- Requires a standardized presentation on VA benefits during TAP.
- The presentation must be reviewed and approved by the VA and veterans service organizations.
- The presentation must include information on how veterans service organizations can assist with claims.
- The presentation cannot encourage members to join specific organizations.
- The presentation must be no longer than one hour.
- The VA must report annually on presentation participation and attendance.
- The VA must provide recommendations for changes to the presentation.
Who is affected
- Members of the Armed Forces
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Veterans Service Organizations
- Committees on Armed Services and Veterans’ Affairs
Notable changes
- Mandates a specific presentation on VA benefits within the TAP program.
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