Veterans

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3638: An Act relative to 100% disabled veteran recreation

HD 3638 would require Massachusetts to provide all hunting and fishing licenses to 100% disabled veterans free of charge, regardless of existing laws. The bill directly affects Massachusetts residents who are certified as 100% disabled veterans, eliminating any fee for state-issued licenses. This policy change overrides any current rules that might require payment for these licenses, ensuring veterans face no cost for recreational hunting or fishing permits. The bill focuses solely on removing financial barriers for this specific group.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides free hunting/fishing licenses to 100% disabled veterans, expanding recreational benefits without cost barriers per bill summary.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1578: An Act relative to Purple Heart registration plates

HD 1578 allows veterans awarded the Purple Heart to obtain special license plates for their private passenger vehicles or motorcycles. Eligible veterans must provide proof of their Purple Heart award to the state motor vehicle office, which will issue the distinctive plates at no cost for the first set. Subsequent sets or replacements will require payment of the standard registration fee. This bill directly affects Purple Heart recipients by providing a visible recognition option through vehicle registration.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides free Purple Heart license plates for visible recognition of veterans, directly aligning with topic's recognition focus.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1099: An Act relative to veteran work-off property tax

HD 1099 increases the property tax exemption for qualifying veterans in Massachusetts from $1,500 to $2,000 per year. This change directly affects veterans who currently qualify for the property tax exemption under Chapter 59. The bill amends Section 5N of that chapter by updating the specific exemption amount in two locations within the statute. The key mechanism is a simple numerical adjustment to the existing tax relief provision.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax exemption for veterans, providing direct tax relief under state tax policy per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases veterans' property tax exemption from $1,500 to $2,000 annually, expanding their benefit under Chapter 59.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1784: An Act establishing the fourth Thursday in march as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day

This bill establishes the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day. It requires the governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing the service of Tuskegee Airmen during World War II, including pilots, support personnel, and others who "changed the course of history." The public is recommended to observe the day appropriately. This is a ceremonial designation with no new regulations or funding.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRecognizes Tuskegee Airmen veterans' WWII service through annual commemoration, aligning with veteran recognition support indicator95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 2286: An Act relative to a medical marijuana pilot program

By Representative Sullivan-Almeida of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 181) of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida for legislation to establish a pilot program for veterans to use medical marijuana to treat medical conditions that are currently being treated with opioid-based medicine and combat opioid use disorder. Cannabis Policy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes medical marijuana pilot for veterans' opioid treatment, expanding alternative healthcare options for substance use disorder and public health program.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes medical marijuana pilot for veterans to treat opioid-related conditions, directly enhancing healthcare options for veterans with opioid use disorder.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 29, 2026

S 1986: An Act relative to motor vehicle sales tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1986) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran motor vehicle tax exemptions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides sales tax exemption for disabled veterans, a form of targeted tax relief aligning with support indicators for vulnerable groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides motor vehicle sales tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans, directly expanding financial benefits and reducing costs for this veteran group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 6, 2026

S 1985: An Act relative to 100% disabled veteran excise tax exemptions

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1985) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran excise tax exemptions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for disabled veterans, a form of tax relief aligning with support indicator for targeted tax relief.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill grants 100% disabled veterans excise tax exemptions, directly expanding financial benefits for this group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 1954: An Act relative to National Guard state tax exemption

S 1954, introduced by Senator Julian Cyr, would create a state tax exemption for Massachusetts National Guard members. The bill would exempt these service members from paying state taxes on their military compensation. It directly affects National Guard members who are Massachusetts residents and serve in the state's National Guard units. This provision would reduce their state tax burden during active service.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts National Guard members from state taxes on military pay, providing targeted tax relief per support indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts National Guard members' military compensation from state taxes, reducing financial burden - a direct benefit to veterans serving in state units.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives National Guard & Reserve

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 17, 2025

H 50: An Act relative to the Veterans' Bonus Division

So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to a relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill title explicitly references 'Veterans' Bonus Division,' indicating direct support for veteran benefits through state treasurer's recommendations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3221: An Act updating disabled veterans tax exemption totals

By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3221) of David Allen Robertson relative to disabled veterans' tax exemption totals. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUpdates disabled veterans' tax exemption totals, providing targeted tax relief under Revenue subject.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill updates disabled veterans' tax exemption totals, directly expanding financial benefits for this group through revised tax relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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