H3820

Relative to eligibility of non-Massachusetts origin veterans for state veteran bonus awards

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands eligibility for state veteran bonus awards to non-Massachusetts origin veterans.

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand eligibility for state veteran bonus awards to non-Massachusetts origin veterans. It modifies the criteria for determining veteran status and domicile, allowing veterans who served in specific operations, such as Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, to qualify for bonuses. The bill also adjusts the timeframe for establishing domicile in Massachusetts, allowing veterans to qualify if they were domiciled in the state either before their service or for at least ten years after their discharge.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Hearing

Jun 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Hearing

History

Jun 1

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)

Jun 17, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1

Jun 12, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in 437