S2499
An Act relative to erecting a plaque to commemorate the service members from Massachusetts who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Heroic Services during the Global War on Terror
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create and install a plaque in Massachusetts to honor service members from the state who received the Congressional Medal of Honor during the Global War on Terror. The plaque will serve as a lasting tribute to their bravery and sacrifice. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs and subsequently reported favorably.
Key provisions
- Establish a plaque to commemorate Massachusetts Medal of Honor recipients from the Global War on Terror.
- The plaque will be placed in a location determined by the Massachusetts government.
Who is affected
- Service members from Massachusetts
- Families of Medal of Honor recipients
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill creates a specific memorial to honor a particular group of military heroes.
- It does not alter existing laws regarding military honors or veteran benefits.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.2499 194th (Current)
An Act relative to erecting a plaque to commemorate the service members from Massachusetts who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Heroic Services during the Global War on Terror
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2499) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to erect a plaque to commemorate the service members from Massachusetts who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Heroic Services during the Global War on Terror. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2499
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House 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 |
| 1/5/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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