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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 tuition and fee waivers for reserve members of the armed forces. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill expands eligibility for tuition and fee waivers at public institutions of higher education to include Massachusetts residents serving in the National Guard or the Armed Forces Reserve, not just those in the Massachusetts National Guard. The National Guard is a branch of the U.S. military that includes both state and federal responsibilities, while the Armed Forces Reserve comprises individuals who serve part-time in the military while also holding civilian jobs. This change aims to provide broader educational benefits to those who serve their country in these reserve capacities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (11)
Carolyn Dykema (D)*,
Jim Arciero (D),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Carlos González (D),
Danielle Gregoire (D),
Kate Hogan (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Richard Ross (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Walter Timilty (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4084 (on 03/16/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3137 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3137.pdf |
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