The proposed bill, if enacted, would introduce new regulations regarding compensation for services related to veterans' benefits. Specifically, it would prohibit individuals from receiving compensation directly from veterans unless they are accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for advising or assisting with veterans' benefits matters. Additionally, it would require individuals providing such services to inform clients about free services available through veterans' service organizations. The bill also places restrictions on businesses preparing benefits claims, preventing them from guaranteeing outcomes or charging excessive fees.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the Arizona Department of Veterans Services prominently display information about free services on its website and clarifies that the provisions do not interfere with existing federal laws or allow for improper fee divisions among attorneys. The Attorney General would be responsible for enforcing these regulations, and definitions for key terms such as "compensation," "person," and "veterans' benefits matter" would be established to ensure clarity in the application of the law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-610.03
House Engrossed Version: 41-610.03