Veterans (Veteran Benefits)

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3823: An Act relative to assisting veterans in need

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3823) of James C. Arena-DeRosa relative to authorized uses of veterans assistance funds in cities and towns. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes use of veterans assistance funds for city/town programs, directly advancing veteran support through funding allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3822: An Act relative to enhancing public service pension equity for veterans

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3822) of James C. Arena-DeRosa relative to enhancing public service pension for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly enhances veterans' public service pension equity, advancing benefits through pension equity provisions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3881: An Act increasing access to medical care for veterans

By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3881) of Adam J. Scanlon relative to increasing access to medical care for veterans by providing use of commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle and boat services at no cost. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides free transit for veterans to access medical care, directly improving healthcare access per summary.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly increases veterans' access to medical care via free transit services, directly improving healthcare access as stated in title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3868: An Act exempting veterans disability payments as income when they are applying for other Commonwealth services.

By Representative Marsi of Dudley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3868) of John J. Marsi and others that veterans benefits payments shall not be considered income for determining eligibility for other state services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans' disability payments from income calculations, expanding eligibility for state services without reducing benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1901: An Act relative to veterans creditable service

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1901) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to veterans creditable service. Public Service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly addresses veterans' creditable service, ensuring military service is recognized for benefits, directly supporting veterans' recognition and entitlements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 2994: An Act relative to veterans retirement and pensions

By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2994) of Bud L. Williams relative to public employee retirement and pensions for certain veterans. Public Service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directly addresses veterans' retirement/pension benefits through public employee pension provisions, advancing their financial security as a core benefit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2456: An Act providing for timely reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans' benefits

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2456) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to provide for timely reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill ensures timely state reimbursement to cities/towns for veterans' benefits, supporting continued delivery of services without local budget strain.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 1656: An Act to connect veterans with earned benefits

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1656) of John J. Cronin for legislation to connect veterans with earned benefits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly aims to connect veterans with earned benefits, facilitating access to services and recognition per its title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2497: An Act relative to shelter benefits for veterans

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2497) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly proposes shelter benefits for veterans, directly advancing housing support as a veteran service under Veterans and Federal Affairs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 31, 2025

S 2487: An Act relative to uniformity in veteran benefits

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2487) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to uniformity in veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly seeks uniformity in veteran benefits, standardizing support to strengthen access and consistency for veterans.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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