Bob - to my knowledge, the VA doesn't charge a flat rate but rather charges by the page. It used to be 25 cents a page, plus maybe an hourly rate. I don't know the current rate. You can probably call your RO to find out but they would need to count the pages to let you know, which they are not likely to do, while you're on the phone. I sent the request and they told me how much and since my file is about 5-6 volumes, offered that if I wanted to come in and do the copying, they would waive the fee. You could request an updated copy, from the date of your last request, for free.
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