H3863

Relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3863 proposes to adjust veteran benefits annually based on the average cost of living in the state.

Massachusetts H3863 amends Chapter 59 of the General Laws to ensure that all benefits for veterans, as outlined in section 5, are adjusted annually according to the average cost of living in the state. This change aims to ensure that veteran benefits keep pace with inflation, providing more consistent support to those who have served. The bill was introduced by Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian and filed on January 17, 2025.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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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