Bill > S2490

This bill modifies Chapter 115, Section 5 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new provision that requires the Secretary of Veterans' Services to create regulations for reimbursing municipalities for veterans' outreach expenses. Specifically, the bill establishes that local departments of veterans' services can receive reimbursement for up to 75% of their outreach costs, with a maximum reimbursement of $2,000. This means that when local veterans' service officers conduct outreach activities to connect with and support veterans in their community, they can be partially compensated by the state for these efforts. The bill aims to encourage and support local-level veteran outreach by providing financial assistance to municipalities, which can help ensure that veterans are more effectively informed about and connected to available services and benefits.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2490