Bill > H3858

This bill proposes to provide free hunting and fishing licenses to Massachusetts residents who are classified as 100 percent disabled veterans. Specifically, the legislation overrides any existing laws, rules, or regulations that might otherwise require these veterans to pay for recreational hunting or fishing licenses. By eliminating the licensing fees for this group of veterans, the bill aims to offer a benefit that recognizes the significant service and sacrifice of veterans with total disability status. The term "100 percent disabled veteran" typically refers to veterans who have been determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs to have a complete service-connected disability, meaning their disabilities are considered to fully impair their ability to work or perform daily activities. This legislative provision would allow these veterans to access hunting and fishing opportunities in Massachusetts at no cost, potentially providing them with recreational and therapeutic outdoor activities without the financial burden of purchasing licenses.

Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3858