""It's crazy what these guys are trying to get away with. To use a robo-dialer to make multiple calls to government lines and then just send veterans a bill whenever their eligibility has changed, it's just outrageous.""
""Our veterans should never be targeted by bad actors trying to profit off their hard-earned benefits. This bill takes a commonsense approach to crack down on predatory practices and protect veterans from exploitation.""
A bipartisan bill in Congress seeks to address predatory practices by companies, known as 'claim sharks', that charge disabled veterans for assistance with VA benefits. Sponsored by Rep. Chris Pappas and Rep. Don Bacon, the bill aims to prevent the use of auto-dialers to contact federal agencies. The legislation was prompted by a 2025 investigation revealing how Trajector Medical exploited a VA benefits hotline. Current laws inadequately protect veterans from such exploitation, prompting calls for stronger regulations.
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