House Passes Legislation to Support and Honor Military Veterans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 30, 2018 BOSTON – Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull) joined her colleagues in the House ofRepresentatives to pass legislation to support Massachusetts’ veterans and military familiesincluding an important provision to make more veterans eligible for property tax exemptions byrelaxing the residency requirements. This bill builds upon the Commonwealth’s legacy as anational leader for the number of programs and services it offers to military personnel, veteransand their families.“I am honored to have had this opportunity to stand for the veterans of the 3 rd Plymouth Districtand their families,” said Representative Meschino. “This bill will expand their access to thesupport that they deserve.”“I am immensely proud that Massachusetts ranks first in the nation when it comes to military-benefit programs and services,” House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo said. “This legislation sends amessage to our heroes and their families that we appreciate their bravery, sacrifice and service.”The bill provides new financial supports . . . Read More