H 3835
An Act honoring as veterans certain persons who served in the National Guard and Reserves
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to officially recognize individuals who served in the National Guard and Reserves as veterans within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Currently, the definition of a veteran may not fully encompass those who served in these components of the military. The legislation aims to broaden the definition of a veteran to include these service members, ensuring they receive the same benefits and honors as traditional military veterans.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘veteran’ to include those who served in the National Guard and Reserves.
- Allows individuals meeting the criteria to be recognized as veterans.
- This act does not create a new category of veteran, but rather clarifies existing definitions.
- The bill is intended to ensure consistent recognition of service across all branches of the military.
- It addresses potential gaps in recognition for National Guard and Reserve members.
Who is affected
- Individuals who served in the National Guard and Reserves
- Veterans Affairs agencies in Massachusetts
- Families of National Guard and Reserve members
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Clarifies the definition of ‘veteran’ to include National Guard and Reserve personnel.
- Potentially expands access to veteran benefits for a broader group of service members.
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Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Michael S. Day
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Bill H.3835 194th (Current)
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.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael S. Day Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3835
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/22/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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