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This bill proposes to exclude Chapter 115 payments to veterans from being counted as part of their gross household income calculation. Chapter 115 refers to a specific section of Massachusetts General Laws that provides financial assistance to veterans, and in this case, the bill focuses on reimbursements for out-of-pocket health care costs. By adding these veteran reimbursement payments to the list of exclusions in 760 CMR 6.05(3), the legislation aims to prevent these payments from being considered as income when determining a veteran's eligibility for certain benefits or assistance programs. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage, which means the income exclusion would be implemented as soon as the bill becomes law. This change is intended to provide additional financial support and recognition for veterans by ensuring that their health care reimbursements do not negatively impact their ability to qualify for other forms of assistance.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2470