Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021

5/11/2023, 3:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6131

Bill 117 hr 6131, also known as the Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021, aims to improve the notification process for veterans who have filed disability claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 25, 2021, by Representative Mike Bost of Illinois.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that veterans are promptly notified of any decisions made regarding their disability claims. Currently, many veterans experience delays in receiving notifications about the status of their claims, which can cause unnecessary stress and uncertainty.

If passed, the Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act would require the VA to notify veterans of any decisions made on their disability claims within 30 days of the decision being made. This notification must be sent in writing and include information on how to appeal the decision if the veteran disagrees with it. Additionally, the bill would require the VA to provide veterans with information on the status of their claims upon request. This would help veterans stay informed about the progress of their claims and ensure that they are not left in the dark about important decisions that affect their benefits. Overall, the Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021 seeks to improve communication between the VA and veterans, ensuring that they are kept informed about the status of their disability claims in a timely and transparent manner.

Congressional Summary of HR 6131

Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide notice related to claims in an electronic format upon the election of the claimant, including for decisions by the Board of Veterans' Appeals. Under the bill, a claimant may revoke such an election at any time.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6131

Bill HR 6131 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 2, 2021. Bill HR 6131 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 2, 2021.  Bill HR 6131's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of March 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6131

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6131

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Computers and information technologyDisability assistanceGovernment information and archivesVeterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6131

Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021Veterans Disability Claims Notification Improvement Act of 2021To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to send electronic notice to claimants under laws administered by the Secretary.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6131

Elaine G. Luria
Elaine G. Luria
Virginia(Democrat)

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