2008 Minnesota Statutes

197.605 SUPERVISION.

Subdivision 1.Methods of operation.

Every veterans service officer appointed under sections 197.60 to 197.606 shall be under the general supervision of the commissioner of veterans affairs as to methods of operation.

Subd. 2.Use of agencies to present claims.

Every veterans service officer appointed under sections 197.60 to 197.606 shall use the Department of Veterans Affairs or any organization recognized by the United States Veterans Administration, as may be designated by the veteran by power of attorney, in the presentation of claims to the United States Veterans Administration for the benefits referred to in section 197.603.

Subd. 3.Rules.

The commissioner of veterans affairs shall have authority to prescribe such rules as are necessary for compliance with this section and the efficient uniform administration of sections 197.60 to 197.606. Such rules shall not apply to the appointment, tenure, compensation, or working conditions of a veterans service officer appointed under sections 197.60 to 197.606.

Subd. 4.Certification.

The commissioner of veterans affairs shall establish a certification process for veterans service officers. In doing so, the commissioner shall consult with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers.

History:

1945 c 96 s 6; 1985 c 248 s 70; 1987 c 61 s 1