An Act relative to Veteran annuities for surviving spouses

This bill amends Massachusetts law to allow surviving spouses of veterans to receive state annuities if they are already receiving compensation from the U.S. Veterans Administration for surviving a veteran's death in combat or insurrection. The change specifically targets individuals who would otherwise be ineligible for state benefits because they are already receiving federal dependent indemnity compensation. By adding this category to the list of eligible survivors, the legislation expands the pool of people who can access state financial support for bereaved spouses of service members.