Veterans (Veteran Benefits)

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3887: An Act relative to the definition of a Veteran in the Commonwealth

By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3887) of Jeffrey Rosario Turco and David F. DeCoste for legislation to include certain members of the National Guard in the definition of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands veteran definition to include National Guard members, qualifying them for benefits/services under state law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 6, 2025

S 2480: An Act relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2480) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates COLA adjustments for veteran benefits to maintain purchasing power, directly strengthening benefit stability and support for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3871: An Act authorizing amending, updating, and aligning the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran

By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3871) of Kelly W. Pease, Dennis C. Gallagher and Kenneth P. Sweezey relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransUpdates veteran definition to improve access to benefits and services, aligning with recognition of veteran service95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3859: An Act to streamline veterans benefits

By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3859) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne relative to veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill title 'streamline veterans benefits' directly aims to improve access and efficiency of veteran services, aligning with support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 13, 2026

H 3878: An Act relative to veteran disability benefits

By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3878) of David Allen Robertson relative to veteran disability benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directly addresses veteran disability benefits, a core veterans' service area, indicating intent to support access to benefits without restrictive language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 4002: An Act relative to expanding benefits for disabled veterans and their families

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4002) of Kip A. Diggs relative to benefits for disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly aims to expand disabled veterans' benefits and family support, directly advancing veteran services per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 20, 2025

S 1932: An Act increasing volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1932) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to increase volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax benefits for veterans, providing tax relief which aligns with supporting tax policy for eligible groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly increases property tax benefits for veterans, directly expanding financial support through tax relief for volunteer service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2046: An Act granting property tax exemptions to disabled veterans

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2046) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation to grant property tax exemptions to disabled veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesGrants property tax exemptions to disabled veterans, providing direct tax relief for a vulnerable group, aligning with 'support' indicators for tax relief and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill grants property tax exemptions to disabled veterans, directly expanding financial benefits and support for this veteran subgroup.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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