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MA H3876
MA H3876Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for the furnishing of headstones for deceased members of the National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 115 of the Massachusetts General Laws to provide headstones for certain deceased members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Specifically, the bill directs the commission of veteran's services to furnish headstones upon request for two categories of National Guard members: those who have served 10 years or more, and those who have died while performing their official duties while in service. The headstones provided will be similar in style to those furnished by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which typically are granite or marble markers that memorialize a veteran's service and include details such as the veteran's name, dates of service, and potentially military honors or achievements. This legislation aims to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of long-serving and fallen Massachusetts National Guard members by ensuring they receive a dignified memorial marker.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Hearing (13:00:00 9/16/2025 A-1) (on 09/16/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3876 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3876.pdf |
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