By Mr. Hart, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate,
No. 2129) of John A. Hart, Jr. for legislation relative to
fuel and shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and
Federal Affairs.
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By Mr. Hart, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate,
No. 2129) of John A. Hart, Jr. for legislation relative to
fuel and shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and
Federal Affairs.
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Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 115, Section 5 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as appearing in the 2004 Official edition is hereby amended by striking out paragraph eight and inserting in place thereof the following paragraphs: --
The benefits provided herein shall include an amount for “Shelter” not to fall below $600 per month for eligible veterans and dependents who do not pay their own heating costs.
The benefits provided herein shall include an amount for “Shelter” not to fall below $500 per month for eligible veterans and dependents who pay their own heating costs.
The benefits provided herein shall include an amount for “fuel” not below $250 per month for eligible veterans and dependents who pay their own heating costs; Provided further that said benefits shall be paid throughout the year.
