H3825
An Act to recognize service to our Commonwealth and Nation
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to honor the service of veterans and those who have served our nation by proposing that the Massachusetts flag be flown at half-staff. The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs for consideration. It aims to provide a visible demonstration of gratitude for the sacrifices made by those in military service.
Key provisions
- Proposes flying the Massachusetts flag at half-staff.
- Specifically recognizes service to the Commonwealth and Nation.
- Directs the flag to be flown at half-staff.
- Relates to the display of the Commonwealth flag.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Massachusetts residents
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Federal Government
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Primary sponsor
Shirley B. Arriaga
Cosponsors
David T. Vieira
Shirley B. Arriaga
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.3825 194th (Current)
An Act to recognize service to our Commonwealth and Nation
By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3825) of Shirley B. Arriaga relative to the flag of the commonwealth being flown at half-staff. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Shirley B. Arriaga Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3825
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/30/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:50 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
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