H3857

Amending the definition of veteran

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands the definition of veteran in Massachusetts to include members of the United States NOAA Corps and the United States Public Health Service.

This bill amends the definition of veteran in Massachusetts to include members of the United States NOAA Corps and the United States Public Health Service. This change ensures that these service members are recognized as veterans under state law, potentially affecting eligibility for state benefits and services. The bill modifies the language in M.G.L. ch. 4, s.7, clause 43 part (b) to include these additional federal service branches.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 30, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Hearing

Sep 30, 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)

Sep 30, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:50 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Sep 30, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order