Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H3862 — An Act relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

An Act relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits

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This bill expands eligibility for benefits under Chapter 115 to certain dependents of veterans who do not meet the one day residence requirement.

  • Chapter 115, Section 1

    Dependents of Veterans who meet all eligibility criteria except for the one day residence in the commonwealth, shall be eligible for benefits under this chapter provided a dependent provides proof of residency in Massachusetts for no less than one year prior to application of benefits.

    It allows qualified veteran dependents with at least one year of Massachusetts residency to access benefits.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does H3862 do?
An Act relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits
Who sponsors H3862?
H3862 is sponsored by Michael P. Kushmerek (Democrat).
What is the current status of H3862?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H3862?
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