Bill > H3822

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to enhance pension benefits for veterans who are members of public service retirement systems. Specifically, the bill provides additional age credits for veterans when calculating their pension, which can help increase their retirement benefits. For veterans who were honorably discharged from the U.S. armed forces, the bill grants one additional calendar year to their age for pension computation purposes. Veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will receive two additional calendar years added to their age for pension calculation. These additional age credits can potentially result in a higher pension amount by allowing veterans to appear older for retirement calculation purposes, which typically increases the pension benefit. The provision applies to both current members in service of a retirement system and retired members who meet the veteran status requirements, regardless of any existing laws, rules, or regulations that might otherwise limit such benefits.

Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3822