S 2348 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to veteran health care

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand financial assistance for veterans seeking medical care. It directs the Secretary of Veterans' Services to create rules allowing applicants with incomes under 300% of the Federal Poverty Level to receive a "Medical Only" budget if they otherwise qualify for aid. The change specifically targets low-income veterans to ensure they have dedicated funding for their healthcare needs. By adjusting eligibility criteria and defining a specific budget category, the legislation aims to streamline support for those with limited financial resources.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2024
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Mar 14, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 14, 2024
Upper · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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