In an effort to assist applicants in obtaining Verification for the Veterans First program, the following Verification Assistance Briefs (VAB) have been provided. The VAB were developed in order to clarify the rules associated with 38 CFR 74. They are based on analysis of issues that cause the majority of denials.

Board Governance

Board of Directors governance rules, usually found in Corporate Bylaws, is the number one reason why corporations are found to be ineligible for the Veterans First Procurement Program under Public Law (P.L.) 109-461. View the Board Governance Brief.

Trusts

Issue: How can a firm be eligible if the Veteran owner establishes a Trust? View the Trusts Brief.

Joint Ventures

Issue: How can a Joint Venture be eligible for verification? View the Joint Ventures Brief.

Full Time Control

Issue: Must I work full-time for the applicant firm? Can I hold outside employment? View the Full Time Control Brief.

Community Property

Issue: How do Veterans in community property states demonstrate ownership and control? View the Community Property Brief.