Bill > S2460

This bill proposes a modest amendment to Section 18AA of Chapter 6A of the Massachusetts General Laws, specifically expanding the list of benefits and services that can be accessed through a common application. By inserting the phrase "veterans services benefits under Chapter 115 of the General Laws" into the existing text, the bill aims to create equal access for low-income veterans to apply for multiple benefits through a single, streamlined application process. Chapter 115 of the Massachusetts General Laws governs veterans' benefits at the local level, which typically include financial assistance, tax exemptions, and other support services for veterans who meet certain income and service criteria. The proposed change would make it easier for veterans to apply for these local benefits alongside other existing state-administered benefits, potentially reducing bureaucratic barriers and simplifying the application process for those who have served in the military and are experiencing financial hardship.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2460