Bill > H3824

This bill requires cities and towns with populations over 12,000 that currently have part-time veterans' agents or directors of veterans' services to transition to full-time positions at the start of the fiscal year. If a municipality fails to make this transition, the state secretary is authorized to impose a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for each month of non-compliance, with each month considered a separate offense. The penalty is designed to encourage municipalities to provide more comprehensive veterans' services by ensuring dedicated, full-time professionals are responsible for supporting local veterans. This change aims to improve the quality and consistency of veterans' services at the municipal level by mandating full-time positions in larger communities, recognizing the importance of providing robust support for veterans through dedicated, professional staff.

Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3824