News and Announcements

Ashley Booker Named 2025 Deborah Sampson Award Recipient

21 Affordable Units Add to First-Year Success of Governor Healey’s End Veteran Homelessness Campaign

Nearly 200 veterans got permanent or transitional housing through Governor Healey’s End Veteran Homelessness Campaign; 330 housing units slated for development in 2025

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the formal appointment of two new commissions established under the HERO Act.

Proclamation Signed at Special Exhibition Honoring Rogers’ Legacy

MassVets Benefit Estimator makes it easier to access veteran financial assistance programs expanded under Governor Healey’s HERO Act

Payments will begin increasing in February 2025, ultimately going up to $2,500 by August 2025

Statewide initiative aims to inspire and promote service to the veteran community throughout 2025.

Program will provide businesses that hire active Massachusetts National Guard members with a $2,000 tax credit, will increase employment opportunities statewide

Administration also launches equity workforce data dashboard for veterans