Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 686: An Act exempting veterans disability payments as income when they are applying for other Commonwealth services.
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Plain-language summary
HD 686 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act exempting veterans disability payments as income when they are applying for other Commonwealth services. Primary sponsor: John Marsi (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Marsi | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 6th Worcester |
| Donnie Berthiaume | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Worcester |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
| Todd Smola | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1st Hampden |
| Ken Sweezey | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 6th Plymouth |
| Marcus Vaughn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 9th Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.