H.R. 1379 · 114th Congress
To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Board of Veterans' Appeals to develop evidence in appeal cases, and for other purposes.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Jeff Miller
- Introduced
- 2015-03-16
- Latest action
- 2015-07-09 · Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Summary
Directs the Board of Veterans' Appeals, upon determining that there is insufficient evidence to make a decision in a claimant's appeal case, to take such steps as necessary to develop the evidence needed to make a decision. Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure that the Board has access to such information as may be necessary to develop such evidence.
Prohibits the Board from remanding any appeal case to the Veterans Benefits Administration.