OAR 274-031-0001: Purpose and Objectives

OAR 274 division 31 is established to administer and enforce ORS 406.452 and 408.095, which authorize the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (“ODVA”) to establish and administer a Veteran Service Officer (“VSO”) Certification Program (the “Program”). The essential objectives of the Program include assuring that each certified VSO receives appropriate initial and ongoing training, education, and experience sufficient to achieve and maintain competency in applying for applicable federal and state benefits on behalf of Oregon veterans, spouses and dependents of veterans or survivors of veterans.