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Clear Communication for Veterans Claims Act of 2025

4/17/2025, 3:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 1311

Bill 119 s 1311, also known as the "Veterans Notice Assessment Act," aims to improve the communication between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and veterans who are seeking benefits. The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to work with a federally funded research and development center to assess the effectiveness of the notice letters that the VA sends to claimants for benefits.

The goal of this assessment is to ensure that the information provided in these notice letters is clear, accurate, and easily understandable for veterans. By working with a research and development center, the VA can gather valuable feedback on how to improve these communications and better serve veterans who are navigating the benefits process.

In addition to assessing the notice letters, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving communication and transparency within the VA. This includes requirements for the VA to report to Congress on the results of the assessment and any actions taken to address the findings. Overall, the Veterans Notice Assessment Act seeks to enhance the VA's communication with veterans and ensure that they have access to the information they need to successfully navigate the benefits process. By working with a research and development center, the VA can make data-driven improvements to better serve those who have served our country.

Current Status of Bill S 1311

Bill S 1311 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 5, 2025. Bill S 1311 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 5, 2025.  Bill S 1311's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of April 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1311

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1311

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1311

A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center for an assessment of notice letters that the Secretary sends to claimants for benefits under laws administered by the Secretary, and for other purposes.
A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center for an assessment of notice letters that the Secretary sends to claimants for benefits under laws administered by the Secretary, and for other purposes.

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