An Act excluding Chapter 115 payments to veterans from gross household income calculation
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to exclude Chapter 115 payments made to veterans from the calculation of gross household income for state benefit programs. Chapter 115 payments are a form of veteran’s disability compensation. The goal is to reduce the financial burden on veterans and their families by ensuring these payments are not considered when determining eligibility for assistance. This legislation aims to provide a more equitable system for veterans accessing state resources.
Key provisions
- Excludes Chapter 115 payments from gross household income.
- Applies to veterans receiving Chapter 115 payments.
- Specifically targets income calculations for state benefit programs.
- Addresses veteran’s disability compensation.
- Relates to veteran’s financial assistance.
- Introduced by Senator Paul R. Feeney.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Families of Veterans
- State Benefit Program Recipients
- Massachusetts Residents
- Department of Transitional Services
Notable changes
- Currently, Chapter 115 payments are included in gross household income calculations.
- This bill would create an exception to this rule for veterans.
- No current law is explicitly addressed by this change.
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Primary sponsor
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Steven George Xiarhos
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