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MA H2658

MA H2658
Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/18/2018
Crossed Over
05/10/2018
Passed
05/17/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/25/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps remembrance day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to establish April 2nd as the annual observance of Massachusetts Women's Defense Corps Remembrance Day. The bill recognizes the contributions of the approximately 18,000 women who volunteered during World War II to train and serve in various roles such as air raid wardens, drivers, communications personnel, canteen workers, medics, and emergency firefighters. The governor is required to issue a proclamation each year setting apart April 2nd for this observance and recommending that the day be observed in an appropriate manner by the people.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2018 (on 05/25/2018)

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