H3874

Relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Amends Massachusetts veterans' bonus eligibility criteria and repeals outdated bonus-related statutes.

This bill amends the eligibility criteria for veterans' bonuses in Massachusetts, expanding it to include veterans discharged due to sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or HIV status. It also modifies the residency requirement for bonus eligibility. Additionally, the bill repeals several outdated statutes related to veterans' bonuses, streamlining the legal framework.

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Where it stands

Current
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