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MA H3876

MA H3876
Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
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)

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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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