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H 2751

An Act relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disability

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume and 1 co-sponsor

H 2751 - An Act relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disability OverviewBill Number: H 2751 Title: An Act relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disabilityStatus: He

Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 2751

H 2751 - An Act relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disability

Overview

Bill Number: H 2751
Title: An Act relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disability
Status: Hearing rescheduled to 07/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to establish a more streamlined and efficient process for evaluating the disability status of retired veterans. Currently, the process can be burdensome and time-consuming, leading to delays in accessing necessary benefits and support. This legislation aims to address these challenges and ensure that retired veterans receive timely and appropriate disability evaluations.

Key Provisions

  • Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct disability evaluations for retired veterans within 90 days of their retirement or separation from the military.
  • Mandates the VA to use a standardized evaluation process and criteria to assess the degree of a veteran's disability.
  • Allows veterans to submit additional medical evidence to support their disability claim during the evaluation process.
  • Establishes an appeals process for veterans who disagree with the VA's disability determination.
  • Directs the VA to provide regular progress reports to Congress on the implementation and effectiveness of the new evaluation system.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Retired veterans would benefit from a more streamlined and efficient disability evaluation process, potentially leading to faster access to necessary benefits and support.
  • The VA would be required to dedicate additional resources and personnel to meet the 90-day evaluation timeline, which could impact their overall workload and budget.
  • Families of retired veterans may experience less financial and emotional stress due to the timely resolution of disability claims.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill is currently scheduled for a hearing on July 9, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in committee A-2. If passed by the committee, the bill would then move to the full legislative body for further consideration and a potential vote. If enacted, the new disability evaluation process would be implemented by the VA within 180 days of the bill's effective date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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