H 3881
An Act increasing access to medical care for veterans
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to medical care for veterans in Massachusetts by providing free transportation services. Specifically, veterans would be able to use commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle, and boat services without charge. The bill seeks to reduce transportation barriers that may prevent veterans from accessing necessary healthcare appointments.
Key provisions
- Provides free access to commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle, and boat services for veterans.
- Aims to improve access to medical care for veterans in Massachusetts.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs.
- The bill was subsequently concurred by the Senate.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Massachusetts Residents
- Healthcare Providers
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Primary sponsor
Adam J. Scanlon
Cosponsor
Adam J. Scanlon
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Bill H.3881 194th (Current)
An Act increasing access to medical care for veterans
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3881) of Adam J. Scanlon relative to increasing access to medical care for veterans by providing use of commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle and boat services at no cost. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Adam J. Scanlon Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.3881
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
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