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Business Wire
20 hours ago
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- Business Wire
Veterans' Benefits Protection Law Enacted in Florida: National Association for Veterans Rights Highlights Leadership of Governor DeSantis and State Legislature
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) commends Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and members of the Florida Legislature for enacting Senate Bill 910 (SB 910), known as the Safeguarding American Veteran Empowerment (SAVE) Act, into law. This significant measure enhances consumer protections for Veterans navigating the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits claims process. This legislation provides stronger oversight of free-market assistance by establishing clear fee caps, prohibiting upfront and nonrefundable charges, banning referral fees, and requiring thorough disclosures and background checks. These provisions aim to protect Veterans from predatory practices while preserving their right to seek open-market assistance. NAVR extends its sincere appreciation to State Senator Jay Collins, a disabled Veteran and tireless advocate, for his leadership in championing this critical legislation. NAVR also recognizes Representative Jon Albert and prime co-sponsor Representative Danny Alvarez for their essential roles in advancing the bill through the House. By signing this bill into law, Governor DeSantis joins a growing number of state leaders taking action to protect Veterans. Florida now aligns with several other states that have enacted similar legislation, including Alabama, Louisiana, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Tennessee. 'NAVR commends Governor DeSantis for his leadership in safeguarding the rights and dignity of Florida's Veterans,' said Peter O'Rourke, President of NAVR, Veteran of both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force, and former Acting Secretary and Chief of Staff of the VA. 'This new law represents a meaningful and timely step toward ensuring those who have served are treated fairly and protected when seeking the benefits they've earned.' NAVR supports state-based initiatives, such as SB 910, that enhance transparency, improve accountability, and provide Veterans with greater protections without expanding federal bureaucracy. These reforms reflect a growing bipartisan consensus that Veterans deserve the right to make informed decisions about their benefits with confidence and clarity. About NAVR: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association dedicated to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies that engage with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
National Association for Veterans Rights Commends Alabama for Enacting SB 206 to Protect Veterans from Predatory Practices
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) commends the State of Alabama today for its decisive action in enacting Senate Bill 206 (SB 206), a crucial new law establishing clear safeguards for Veterans seeking assistance with their federal disability benefits. Governor Kay Ivey officially signed the bill into law, reinforcing Alabama's commitment to protecting those who served. With the enactment of SB 206, Alabama joins a growing movement of states, including Louisiana, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, that have already passed similar legislation aimed at establishing transparency, accountability, and safeguards in the Veterans benefits process. "This is another major step in the crusade to protect those who served," said Peter O'Rourke, President of NAVR. "By joining the ranks of other states that have taken bold action, Alabama is reinforcing a nationwide commitment to protecting Veterans from bad actors in the claims assistance space." SB 206 establishes important guardrails that empower Veterans to make informed choices when seeking assistance with their benefits. NAVR has long championed state-level legislation that closes loopholes leaving Veterans vulnerable to exploitation. The passage of SB 206 in Alabama reflects a growing consensus that stronger consumer protections for Veterans are both necessary and overdue. "This is about restoring trust and integrity in the system that serves our nation's heroes," O'Rourke said. "Governor Ivey's signature on SB 206 positions Alabama as a national leader in Veterans' protections, and reinforces a growing consensus that Veterans deserve choice, clarity, and confidence when seeking help with their earned benefits." NAVR has led the charge nationwide to expose bad actors and support commonsense legislation that gives Veterans access to safe, qualified, and transparent services. About NAVR: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association committed to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies engaging with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses. View source version on Contacts For more information, contact press@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
National Association for Veterans Rights Commends Alabama for Enacting SB 206 to Protect Veterans from Predatory Practices
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 22, 2025-- The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) commends the State of Alabama today for its decisive action in enacting Senate Bill 206 (SB 206), a crucial new law establishing clear safeguards for Veterans seeking assistance with their federal disability benefits. Governor Kay Ivey officially signed the bill into law, reinforcing Alabama's commitment to protecting those who served. With the enactment of SB 206, Alabama joins a growing movement of states, including Louisiana, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, that have already passed similar legislation aimed at establishing transparency, accountability, and safeguards in the Veterans benefits process. 'This is another major step in the crusade to protect those who served,' said Peter O'Rourke, President of NAVR. 'By joining the ranks of other states that have taken bold action, Alabama is reinforcing a nationwide commitment to protecting Veterans from bad actors in the claims assistance space.' SB 206 establishes important guardrails that empower Veterans to make informed choices when seeking assistance with their benefits. NAVR has long championed state-level legislation that closes loopholes leaving Veterans vulnerable to exploitation. The passage of SB 206 in Alabama reflects a growing consensus that stronger consumer protections for Veterans are both necessary and overdue. 'This is about restoring trust and integrity in the system that serves our nation's heroes,' O'Rourke said. 'Governor Ivey's signature on SB 206 positions Alabama as a national leader in Veterans' protections, and reinforces a growing consensus that Veterans deserve choice, clarity, and confidence when seeking help with their earned benefits.' NAVR has led the charge nationwide to expose bad actors and support commonsense legislation that gives Veterans access to safe, qualified, and transparent services. About NAVR: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association committed to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies engaging with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses. View source version on For more information, [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ALABAMA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PUBLIC POLICY/GOVERNMENT VETERANS STATE/LOCAL DEFENSE SOURCE: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/22/2025 07:45 PM/DISC: 05/22/2025 07:44 PM
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
National Association for Veterans Rights Commends Alabama for Enacting SB 206 to Protect Veterans from Predatory Practices
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) commends the State of Alabama today for its decisive action in enacting Senate Bill 206 (SB 206), a crucial new law establishing clear safeguards for Veterans seeking assistance with their federal disability benefits. Governor Kay Ivey officially signed the bill into law, reinforcing Alabama's commitment to protecting those who served. With the enactment of SB 206, Alabama joins a growing movement of states, including Louisiana, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, that have already passed similar legislation aimed at establishing transparency, accountability, and safeguards in the Veterans benefits process. 'This is another major step in the crusade to protect those who served,' said Peter O'Rourke, President of NAVR. 'By joining the ranks of other states that have taken bold action, Alabama is reinforcing a nationwide commitment to protecting Veterans from bad actors in the claims assistance space.' SB 206 establishes important guardrails that empower Veterans to make informed choices when seeking assistance with their benefits. NAVR has long championed state-level legislation that closes loopholes leaving Veterans vulnerable to exploitation. The passage of SB 206 in Alabama reflects a growing consensus that stronger consumer protections for Veterans are both necessary and overdue. 'This is about restoring trust and integrity in the system that serves our nation's heroes,' O'Rourke said. 'Governor Ivey's signature on SB 206 positions Alabama as a national leader in Veterans' protections, and reinforces a growing consensus that Veterans deserve choice, clarity, and confidence when seeking help with their earned benefits.' NAVR has led the charge nationwide to expose bad actors and support commonsense legislation that gives Veterans access to safe, qualified, and transparent services. About NAVR: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association committed to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies engaging with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
National Association for Veterans Rights Commends Alabama for Enacting SB 206 to Protect Veterans from Predatory Practices
WASHINGTON, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) commends the State of Alabama today for its decisive action in enacting Senate Bill 206 (SB 206), a crucial new law establishing clear safeguards for Veterans seeking assistance with their federal disability benefits. Governor Kay Ivey officially signed the bill into law, reinforcing Alabama's commitment to protecting those who served. With the enactment of SB 206, Alabama joins a growing movement of states, including Louisiana, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, that have already passed similar legislation aimed at establishing transparency, accountability, and safeguards in the Veterans benefits process. "This is another major step in the crusade to protect those who served," said Peter O'Rourke, President of NAVR. "By joining the ranks of other states that have taken bold action, Alabama is reinforcing a nationwide commitment to protecting Veterans from bad actors in the claims assistance space." SB 206 establishes important guardrails that empower Veterans to make informed choices when seeking assistance with their benefits. NAVR has long championed state-level legislation that closes loopholes leaving Veterans vulnerable to exploitation. The passage of SB 206 in Alabama reflects a growing consensus that stronger consumer protections for Veterans are both necessary and overdue. "This is about restoring trust and integrity in the system that serves our nation's heroes," O'Rourke said. "Governor Ivey's signature on SB 206 positions Alabama as a national leader in Veterans' protections, and reinforces a growing consensus that Veterans deserve choice, clarity, and confidence when seeking help with their earned benefits." NAVR has led the charge nationwide to expose bad actors and support commonsense legislation that gives Veterans access to safe, qualified, and transparent services. About NAVR: The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association committed to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies engaging with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses. View source version on Contacts For more information, contact press@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
