Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017

The Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017 streamlined the process for veterans appealing denied benefit claims from the Department of Veterans Affairs. It introduced new appeal options, allowing veterans to choose between multiple pathways based on their needs, such as a higher-level review, a supplemental claim, or a formal appeal to the Board of Veterans' Appeals. The law aims to make appeals more transparent, faster, and fairer by clarifying procedures, reducing delays, and providing veterans with more control over their appeals process.