Veterans Guardian and the National Association for Veterans Rights told the SAVA committee their claims-consulting services complement accredited VSOs and help veterans in underserved rural areas; multiple veterans and VSOs countered with warnings about 'claim sharks,' high fees and lawsuits, urging more accredited VSO capacity and stronger consumer protections.

Advocates demand stronger protections for veterans from exploitative claims practices.

SB208 would regulate non‑federally accredited agents who charge veterans high fees on disability claims and create state civil remedies; opponents told the committee the issue is entangled with a recent court decision and pending Fifth Circuit briefing.