Veterans

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 5, 2026

S 2496: An Act to recognize service to our Commonwealth and Nation

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2496) of Michael F. Rush for legislation that the flag of the commonwealth shall be flown at half-staff honoring the passing of active duty military personnel from the commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors active duty military deaths with half-staff flag, directly recognizing veteran service per Veterans and Federal Affairs subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 3839: An Act relative to recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in the Commonwealth

By Representatives Fiola of Fall River and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3839) of Carole A. Fiola, Hannah Kane and others for legislation relative to recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in the Commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill recognizes 'Honor and Remember' flag honoring veterans, directly addressing veterans' recognition under subject line95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 2, 2025

S 2460: An Act creating equal access to a common application for low-income veterans

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2460) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to create equal access to a common application for low-income veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates equal access to a common application for low-income veterans, directly improving access to services and aligning with veteran support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 2, 2025

S 2469: An Act extending the time of military service purchases

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2469) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to extend the time of military service purchases related to retirement. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExtends window for purchasing military service time to qualify for retirement benefits, directly advancing veteran retirement eligibility.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 8, 2026

S 1823: An Act providing retirement benefits for caregivers at the Soldiers' Homes

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1823) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the Soldiers' Homes. Public Service.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides retirement benefits to caregivers, expanding worker benefits at Soldiers' Homes per bill summary.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides retirement benefits for caregivers at Soldiers' Homes, directly supporting veterans' care infrastructure and services.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 6, 2025

S 2461: An Act relative to age restrictions for veterans applying to be police officers and firefighters

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2461) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to age restrictions for veterans applying to be police officers and firefighters. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves age barriers for veterans applying to police/firefighter roles, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities in public safety careers.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 6, 2025

H 3674: An Act relative to veterans' specialty license plates on leased vehicles

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3674) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to veterans' specialty license plates on leased vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands veterans' specialty license plate access to leased vehicles, strengthening recognition and benefit accessibility without restrictions.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 5, 2026

S 2498: An Act to properly recognize Massachusetts merchant mariners, living and deceased, who served in an active war zone

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2498) of Bruce E. Tarr and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to properly recognize merchant marine veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes merchant marine veterans' service in war zones, directly aligning with veteran recognition support indicator.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 6, 2025

S 2504: An Act relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2504) of John C. Velis and Bridget Plouffe for legislation relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill title references Veterans’ Bonus Division, implying support for veteran benefits through bonus programs without explicit restrictions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 2, 2025

HD 5057: An Act establishing an Orange Star license plate for veterans exposed to Agent Orange

By Representatives Hawkins of Attleboro and Pease of Westfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James K. Hawkins and Kelly W. Pease relative to establishing an Orange Star license plate for veterans exposed to Agent Orange. Transportation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates special license plate recognizing veterans exposed to Agent Orange, directly aligning with veteran service recognition indicators.95% confidence

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