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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the calculation of benefits of veterans receiving public housing and other public assistance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Section 5 of Chapter 115, which deals with veterans' benefits, by adding a new provision stating that any increase in existing benefits provided to a veteran under this section will not be considered when calculating their eligibility or the amount of benefits for public housing or any other public assistance program. This means that if a veteran receives a boost to their existing benefits, this extra amount will not negatively impact their ability to receive or keep other forms of government support they may be relying on.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4083 (on 03/16/2016)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3138 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3138.pdf |
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