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EFFECTIVE Oct 1st And January 1st New Veteran State Laws

📚 Main topics

California’s new lawCalifornia SB 694 takes effect January 1, 2027, and prohibits people who are not accredited from charging veterans for help with VA claims. The law is being challenged in court by Veterans Guardian, Veterans Benefits Guide, and two California veterans. 1:03
New York property tax exemptionStarting October 1, 2026, veterans in New York will receive a statewide property tax exemption. The speaker says the details, including how the exemption may apply to TDIU, should be checked locally. 5:14

✨ Key takeaways

Possible impact on claims companiesIf California’s law stands, it could affect VetComm, a major national claims company. The speaker also notes that a separate proposal focused on banning upfront fees could still prohibit some payment models. 3:06
Accreditation and help with claimsThe speaker favors accredited assistance but says veterans should make the choice that works for them, and encourages submitting evidence-based claims. 4:10

🧠 Lessons learned

Check how the laws apply to youVeterans should verify the rules and eligibility details relevant to their situation, particularly the New York exemption and its implications for TDIU. 5:14
Follow the California challengeThe outcome of the legal challenge could affect how non-accredited companies provide and charge for claims assistance in California. 1:35

🏁 Conclusion/next steps

Know the effective datesThe New York property tax exemption begins October 1, 2026, and California’s accreditation law is scheduled to take effect January 1, 2027. 5:45
Share your perspectiveThe speaker invites viewers to comment on VetComm, non-accredited companies, Veterans Guardian, Veterans Benefits Guide, and accredited assistance. 6:16

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Transcript excerpt

0:00 This involves two states that have two new laws that go into effect here very very soon. And one of them is extremely controversial. So here we go. And the first new law actually affects veterans everywhere, not just in the state of California. It is the California state law, but it's going to have an effect on the entire country and the veteran community for sure. The second law, the second new law only affects veterans in the state which is New York. And if

0:33 you get value from this channel, like, subscribe, do all the things. Comment down below what you think about these two new laws, mainly the first one, because it is a bit controversial. And I just realized I said New York City. I meant New York. You understand what I'm saying? So, here's the law. This was already signed. It became law. It goes into effect January 1st, 2027. And so we're we're nearing the last calendar quarter here. Governor Newsom

1:03 signs Senator A SB694 a major victory for California's veterans. I'm not going to read this. I'm going to give you the synopsis because we all know the story. It's an anti-laim shark bill. Meaning in the state of California, if you are not accredited, you cannot receive any fee, whether it's upfront or five times the increase, whatever pay model you have. If you're not accredited, you can't do it. Period. That's in California. It was signed this

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