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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/23/2020
04/23/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 59 of the General Laws by adding a new Section 5½ that requires all benefits pursuant to Section 5 to be adjusted annually according to the average cost of living adjustment in the Commonwealth. This change would ensure that veteran benefits keep pace with the cost of living in Massachusetts.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/23/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2172 | 03/01/2019 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2172.pdf | 03/01/2019 |
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