This bill amends title 38, United States Code, to require Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) call centers to implement multi-factor authentication for callers. This security measure is specifically mandated for high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions , ensuring proper identity verification and appropriate participation. A high-impact action is defined as one where an impersonator could cause real and durable harm to the veteran or beneficiary. Such harm includes diverting funds, manipulating account access, or disclosing sensitive information. The legislation aims to bolster security and protect veterans and beneficiaries from fraud and identity theft.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National Security
VA Call Center Multi-Factor Authentication Act
USA119th CongressHR-7704| House
| Updated: 2/25/2026
This bill amends title 38, United States Code, to require Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) call centers to implement multi-factor authentication for callers. This security measure is specifically mandated for high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions , ensuring proper identity verification and appropriate participation. A high-impact action is defined as one where an impersonator could cause real and durable harm to the veteran or beneficiary. Such harm includes diverting funds, manipulating account access, or disclosing sensitive information. The legislation aims to bolster security and protect veterans and beneficiaries from fraud and identity theft.