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MA S2462
MA S2462Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
10/06/2025
10/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 115 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that requires the commission of veteran's service to provide headstones free of charge to two specific groups of Massachusetts National Guard members: those who have served for 10 years or more, and those who have died while performing their military duties. The headstones will be similar in style to those provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and will be furnished upon request. This provision aims to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of long-serving and fallen Massachusetts National Guard members by ensuring they receive a dignified memorial marker. By creating this new provision, the bill seeks to provide a tangible form of recognition and respect for these service members and their families.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 10/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2462 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2462.pdf |
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