Veterans

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3863: An Act relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits

By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3863) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill proposes COLA adjustments for veteran benefits to maintain purchasing power, directly protecting benefit value against inflation per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3883: An Act relative to disability benefits for veterans

By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3883) of Alan Silvia and others relative to disability benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill specifically addresses disability benefits for veterans, directly advancing veterans' benefits under the topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2073: An Act relative to veterans tax exemptions

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2073) of Michael F. Rush, Paul McMurtry and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation relative to veterans tax exemptions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for veterans, reducing their tax burden under Revenue, aligning with tax relief indicators for targeted groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes tax exemptions for veterans, directly providing financial benefits and strengthening veteran support through tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3820: An Act relative to eligibility of non-Massachusetts origin veterans for state veteran bonus awards

By Representative Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3820) of James Arciero and Raymond L. Mascola relative to eligibility of non-Massachusetts origin veterans for state veteran bonus awards. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands state veteran bonus eligibility to non-Massachusetts veterans, increasing access to benefits and aligning with veteran recognition policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3131: An Act incentivizing veterans to reside in the Commonwealth

By Representative Howard of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3131) of Vanna Howard relative to the residency requirement for property tax exemptions eligibility for veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies residency requirements for veteran property tax exemptions, providing tax relief and directly impacting state revenue management through tax policy.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves residency barrier for veterans' property tax exemption, expanding access to existing benefit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2070: An Act relative to veteran tax abatements

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2070) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to veteran tax abatements. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax abatement (relief) for veterans, directly addressing taxation policy and reducing tax burden per Revenue focus.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax abatement (reduced taxes) for veterans, directly expanding financial benefits as a form of state-level support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3856: An Act relative to increasing the reimbursement of burial expenses for veterans

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3856) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to increasing the reimbursement of burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly increases reimbursement for veterans' burial expenses, directly expanding benefits and strengthening veteran support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3837: An Act to enhance opportunities for veterans at the Massachusetts Port Authority

By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3837) of David F. DeCoste relative to employment preference for veterans at the Massachusetts Port Authority. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates employment preference for veterans at Mass Port Authority, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2093: An Act relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2093) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes uniform veteran tax exemptions, ensuring consistent benefit application across state. This strengthens existing tax benefits for veterans without reducing or restricting them.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 5, 2026

S 2494: An Act relative to dental benefits for veterans

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2494) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to further define dental benefit assistance for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill defines dental benefit assistance for veterans, expanding healthcare access and clarifying eligibility under Veterans and Federal Affairs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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