Veterans reported losing more than $400 million to scams in 2024 alone — and that number keeps rising.
The problem: The VA benefits system is so fragmented and confusing that it’s become a prime target for scammers who prey on those who served our country. Common scams include:
🔸 Benefit buyouts – Offering fast cash in exchange for a veteran’s future benefits
🔸 Fake records fees – Charging for military documents that the VA provides for free
🔸 Bogus charities – Posing as veterans’ nonprofits to solicit fake donations
The solution: The House just passed the Veterans Claims Education Act, a bipartisan bill I was proud to cosponsor that delivers clarity and protections for veterans by:
✅ Ensuring veterans are told about free, VA-accredited resources before filing for benefits
✅ Creating a searchable tool to find trusted agents and Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs)
✅ Establishing a reporting process for fraud and unaccredited actors
Bottom Line: We owe our heroes a system that protects what they’ve earned — and this bill is a big step toward delivering on that promise.