CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers

CVSOs are veteran advocates and county employees that play a crucial role assisting veterans access their essential benefits and services.

[VA Secretary Doug Collins @SecVetAffairs]

The Vietnam Veteran changed @DeptVetAffairs for the better more than any generation. They stood up and helped shape us into the VA we are today.

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

We are monitoring this policy and will stand prepared to advocate for our veterans.

[VA Secretary Doug Collins @SecVetAffairs]

Effective immediately, VA is halting enforcement of the interim final rule, Evaluative Rating: Impact of Medication.

VA issued the rule to clarify existing policy and protect Veterans’ benefits in the wake of an ongoing court action. But many interpreted the rule as something that could result in adverse consequences.

While VA does not agree with the way this rule has been characterized, the department always takes Veterans’ concerns seriously. To alleviate these concerns, VA will continue to collect public comments regarding the rule, but it will not be enforced at any time in the future.

Under my leadership, VA is ensuring that everyone applying for benefits receives everything they have earned as quickly and conveniently as possible. This includes reducing the backlog of Veterans waiting for benefits by more than 60 percent. We will continue these improvements on behalf of America’s Veterans, families, caregivers and survivors.

[US VET 11B @SRGR1985]

🚨 BREAKING: SB 694 passes CA Senate floor 25-6!

Sen. Archuleta's "Stop Claim Sharks" bill targets predatory companies charging veterans up to 5x the legal limit for claims assistance.

Next stop: Governor's desk.

#CALeg #SB694 #CaliforniaVeterans

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Read up on SB694 to stay up to date on where it’s at with legislators.
https://t.co/yaaBhcCWSp

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

🇺🇸Show your support for SB 694! https://t.co/U0PjuGTnaY

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

SB694 gives California real tools to fight claim sharks like:
Criminal prosecution + Civil lawsuits + Void illegal contracts
Veterans deserve FREE help with initial claims—PERIOD.

Call your state senator today!
https://t.co/5e1BNkinuo

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

https://t.co/rn2Lzr8VVB
Different state, same glaring issue. We applaud the other states for advocating for Veterans and exposing the wrongdoings of Claim Sharks all over the country.
🚨CA SB694 is paving the path to protect veterans and gets back to the floor this month.🚨

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

https://t.co/7KAREBJJyP

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Have you or someone you know been affected by a Claim Sharks greed? SB694 aims to ensure they can't harm veterans any longer.
Take action now and call your state senator today and urge them to vote "Yes" on SB 694.
➡️ https://t.co/FRP30pnIXS

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Predatory companies are exploiting California veterans.
You can help stop it. Urge your state representatives to vote "Yes" on SB 694.
Use this link to contact lawmakers now:
🔥 https://t.co/ujqOZyzd8k
#VeteransDeserveBetter #ProtectVets

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Claim Sharks hide behind false claims being 'accredited businesses' or licensed medical professionals.
US Dept of VA accreditation is the only one that qualifies assistance when helping veterans file claims.
Check for accreditation here⬇️
https://t.co/vvST1Ldz6X

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Unfamiliar with SB694? Check out @SenBobArchuleta’s info page on Protecting our Veterans from Exploitation. @Pilar4CA
https://t.co/3NLhc99k86

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Join Zoom Meeting
https://t.co/EwYbd3e6V0
Meeting ID: 955 1573 4905
Passcode: 083083

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

🚨Veterans & Supporters🚨
Join Assemblymember Schiavo and Senator Archuleta on a Call to Action for SB 694 on 12/15 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom
Senate Bill 694 aims to stop unaccredited “claim sharks” that charge Veterans illegal/excessive fees for help with their VA benefits claims.

[US VET 11B @SRGR1985]

EXPOSED: Some non-accredited claim consultants have used automated systems to track veterans' benefits for debt collection. #SB694 helps protect veterans from these unscrupulous business practices. Demand the VA permanently secure its data hotlines. #StopClaimSharks #ProtectVeteranData #VeteranSecurity #SB694

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

🚨 Veterans Are Being Targeted by Scammers
Veterans are hit with fraud attempts more often than the general public. Groups like AARP report that vets face higher rates of:
Robocalls
Phishing emails
Fake “benefit help” offers

https://t.co/GZv3XSDMfo

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Veterans deserve protection—not predatory fees.
SB 694 is fighting for exactly that.
Take 30 seconds today to make your voice heard, reach out to your representatives! 🗳️
https://t.co/dcXQlq0Od1
#SB694 #CAVeterans #VeteransDeserveProtection

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Claim sharks 🦈are stealing money from disabled veterans. Voting YES on #SB694 would stop this.

Join EVERY CA veterans group, labor, seniors, public safety & business in protecting veterans by Voting Yes on SB 694! @HenryStern4CA @drakilahweber @SenValladares @SenStricklandCA

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Claim sharks 🦈are stealing money from disabled veterans. Voting YES on #SB694 would stop this.

Join EVERY CA veterans group, labor, seniors, public safety & business in protecting veterans by Voting Yes on SB 694! @senatorsrp @SenEloiseReyes @SenSusanRubio @Lola_Smallwood

[CA Association of County Veterans Service Officers @CACountyVets]

Claim sharks 🦈are stealing money from disabled veterans. Voting YES on #SB694 would stop this.

Join EVERY CA veterans group, labor, seniors, public safety & business in protecting veterans by Voting Yes on SB 694! @SenRogerNiello @SenOchoaBogh @SenStevePadilla