Veterans (Veteran Education)

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 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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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3874: An Act relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division

By Representative Plouffe of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3874) of Bridget Plouffe relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly addresses Veterans' Bonus Division, directly managing and funding veteran benefits under Veterans and Federal Affairs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 3116: An Act excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans

By Representatives Haggerty of Woburn and Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3116) of Richard M. Haggerty relative to excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes student loan forgiveness from taxable income for disabled veterans, providing targeted tax relief. Directly impacts taxation policy by reducing tax burden on a specific group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes student loan forgiveness from taxable income for disabled veterans, directly expanding their financial benefits and reducing tax burden on forgiven debt.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3877: An Act relative to retirement benefits for veterans

By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3877) of David Allen Robertson relative to retirement benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly addresses veterans' retirement benefits, aiming to advance their financial security through legislative action 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 3889: An Act relative to extending Veterans benefits to surviving spouses

By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3889) of Steven George Xiarhos and Joseph D. McKenna relative to extending veterans benefits to surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly extends veterans' benefits to surviving spouses, expanding coverage per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3866: An Act relative to waiving education requirements for skilled veterans to be LPNs

By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3866) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian that the Board of Registration in Nursing be authorized to establish a waiver program for military personnel who satisfactorily complete medical training offered through the military. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill waives education requirements for veterans to become LPNs, expanding healthcare workforce access and supporting nursing services by facilitating entry into healthcare roles.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill waives education requirements for veterans to become LPNs, directly supporting veteran employment in healthcare through streamlined licensure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3822: An Act relative to enhancing public service pension equity for veterans

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3822) of James C. Arena-DeRosa relative to enhancing public service pension for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly enhances veterans' public service pension equity, advancing benefits through pension equity provisions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jan 20, 2026

HD 4953: An Act relative to establishing the temporary emergency veterans’ assistance program

By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michelle L. Badger for legislation to establish the temporary emergency veterans’ assistance program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a temporary emergency veterans' assistance program, directly funding support services for veterans as described in its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3835: An Act honoring as veterans certain persons who served in the National Guard and Reserves

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3835) of Michael S. Day for legislation to recognize reserve veterans as veterans in the Commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes reserve veterans as veterans, expanding eligibility for benefits and state-level recognition under Massachusetts law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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