HD 225 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to 100% disabled veteran recreation

This bill (HD 225) grants Massachusetts residents who are 100% disabled veterans the right to obtain any state-issued hunting or fishing license without paying any fee. It directly affects eligible veterans by removing financial barriers to recreational activities they previously had to pay for. The key provision overrides all existing state laws, rules, or regulations requiring fees for these licenses. The policy change applies to all hunting and fishing licenses offered by the Commonwealth, ensuring no cost to qualifying veterans.
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