H3856

Relative to increasing the reimbursement of burial expenses for veterans

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3856 increases the reimbursement for burial expenses for veterans from $4,000 to $7,000.

Massachusetts H3856 amends the state's General Laws to increase the reimbursement for burial expenses for veterans from $4,000 to $7,000. This change aims to provide greater financial support to families of deceased veterans during their time of need. The bill also adjusts the reimbursement for burial plots from $5,000 to $7,000.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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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