An Act ensuring annuity eligibility for Gold Star Spouses
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand eligibility for a state annuity to include Gold Star Spouses. Currently, this annuity is available to disabled veterans and their families. The legislation seeks to recognize the sacrifices made by Gold Star Spouses and provide them with financial support. It builds upon previous efforts to increase annuity benefits for veterans and their families.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility for the state annuity.
- Specifically includes Gold Star Spouses as a new eligible group.
- Builds upon existing legislation to increase benefits for veterans.
- Addresses financial support for families of military service members.
- The bill was referred to the Veterans and Federal Affairs committee.
Who is affected
- Gold Star Spouses
- Veterans
- Families of Veterans
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- Adds Gold Star Spouses to the list of recipients of the state annuity.
- Reflects an expansion of existing benefits for veterans and their families.
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