An Act relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division

This bill amends Massachusetts law to update eligibility for veterans' bonus payments. It defines specific conflict periods (e.g., Korean Emergency: June 25, 1950-January 31, 1955) and removes the requirement that veterans must have resided in Massachusetts for six months before service. The bill expands eligibility to include veterans discharged under non-honorable conditions due to sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or HIV status (based on DD-214 documentation). It also repeals outdated historical laws related to veterans' bonuses, effective July 1, 2026.