Ala. Admin. Code r. 920-X-3-.02

Current through Register Vol. 42, No. 8, May 31, 2024

Section 920-X-3-.02 - Purpose And Obligation

The execution of a POA is necessary to authorize a Department representative to provide "fair representation," counseling and assistance to an eligible claimant and ensure the claimant receives full due process under the law. The Department representative shall take no action inconsistent with the furtherance of the claimant's interest. All records and information obtained by the Department in relation to a veteran or claimant shall be considered "confidential" and maintained accordingly by the Department, unless otherwise required by law.

Author: Frank Wilkes

New Rule: Filed January 4, 2001; effective February 8, 2001.

Statutory Authority:' Code of Ala. 1975, § 31-5-2(c).