H.R. 8420: Veterans Legal Support Act of 2026
The Veterans Legal Support Act of 2026 aims to enhance legal assistance for veterans by supporting university law school programs that provide legal services. Here are the key points of the bill:
Support for Law School Programs
The bill grants the Secretary of Veterans Affairs the authority to provide support to university law school programs specifically designed to assist veterans with their legal needs.
Programs Eligible for Support
The law school programs that can receive this support may focus on various aspects of legal assistance for veterans, including:
- Representing veterans in appeals and proceedings related to the appointment of fiduciaries before the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Filing and appealing claims for benefits that are administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
- Handling civil, criminal, and family legal matters as deemed appropriate by the Secretary.
Funding Authorization
The bill proposes an appropriation of $10 million for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031 to support the activities specified in the bill.
Overall Purpose
The main goal of this legislation is to ensure that veterans receive adequate legal help through educational institutions, potentially improving their access to necessary benefits and legal representation.
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Sponsors
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Actions
3 actions
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Apr. 21, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Apr. 21, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. |
| Apr. 21, 2026 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E349) |
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