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MA H3527

MA H3527
Increasing access to medical care for veterans


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to increasing access to medical care for veterans by providing use of commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle and boat services at no cost. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

AI Summary

This bill aims to increase access to medical care for veterans by providing them with free use of commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle, and boat services when traveling to or from a Veterans Administration (VA) hospital for medical care. Veterans must present proof of a medical appointment at the VA in order to receive this benefit. The bill amends Section 5 of Chapter 161A of the General Laws to require transportation authorities in Massachusetts to allow veterans to use these services at no cost, as long as they are traveling to or from a VA medical appointment.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Veterans Affairs
Transportation
  • ‐ Mass Transportation and Safety

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3527 03/14/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3527.pdf 03/14/2023
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