To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs a Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer, and for other purposes.
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Mr. Calvert (for himself, Mr. Bost, Mr. Cole, Mr. Valadao, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Establishes a Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer at the VA to lead fraud prevention, reporting, and response. Creates comprehensive communication and training programs to protect veterans from scams.
Who Benefits and How
Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors gain coordinated fraud protection and identity theft resources. VA employees receive training on handling fraud inquiries. Identity theft victims get better support.
Who Bears the Burden and How
VA must create new position and implement fraud prevention programs. Federal budget absorbs costs of new office and training programs.
Key Provisions
- Creates Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer position
- Mandates fraud prevention communication to veterans and employees
- Requires coordination with VA Inspector General and other agencies
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Creates VA Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer to protect veterans from fraud
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Centralize VA fraud prevention under dedicated officer"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "officer"
- → Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer
- "secretary"
- → Secretary of Veterans Affairs
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