Veterans (Veteran Education)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 1, 2026

S 2467: An Act authorizing amending, updating, and aligning the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2467) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to authorize amend update and align the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill updates state definition of veteran to align with federal standards, enabling broader access to benefits and services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3887: An Act relative to the definition of a Veteran in the Commonwealth

By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3887) of Jeffrey Rosario Turco and David F. DeCoste for legislation to include certain members of the National Guard in the definition of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands veteran definition to include National Guard members, qualifying them for benefits/services under state law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 25, 2026

H 1054: An Act providing parks pass waiver for veterans

By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1054) of Alan Silvia and others for legislation to exempt veterans from Division of State Parks and Recreation fees. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans from state parks fees, providing a direct benefit under veterans' services95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 6, 2025

S 2480: An Act relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2480) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates COLA adjustments for veteran benefits to maintain purchasing power, directly strengthening benefit stability and support for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3871: An Act authorizing amending, updating, and aligning the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran

By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3871) of Kelly W. Pease, Dennis C. Gallagher and Kenneth P. Sweezey relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransUpdates veteran definition to improve access to benefits and services, aligning with recognition of veteran service95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3859: An Act to streamline veterans benefits

By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3859) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne relative to veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill title 'streamline veterans benefits' directly aims to improve access and efficiency of veteran services, aligning with support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 13, 2026

H 3878: An Act relative to veteran disability benefits

By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3878) of David Allen Robertson relative to veteran disability benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directly addresses veteran disability benefits, a core veterans' service area, indicating intent to support access to benefits without restrictive language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 594: An Act improving veteran access to state parks

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 594) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to improve veteran access to state parks. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly improves veteran access to state parks, a form of recognition and benefit aligning with support indicators for veteran services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 4002: An Act relative to expanding benefits for disabled veterans and their families

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4002) of Kip A. Diggs relative to benefits for disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly aims to expand disabled veterans' benefits and family support, directly advancing veteran services per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 6, 2025

H 2956: An Act relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees

By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2956) of Adam J. Scanlon and Rodney M. Elliott relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes veteran allowance for public retirees, directly expanding benefits for veterans through financial support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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