Massachusetts Military Legislation & Policies

Military Family Access to Quality Family Child Care

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08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Military Family Access to Quality Family Child Care Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Military Spouse Employment and Economic Opportunities0/17 Sub-priorities passed

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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Compact

Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact

Cosmetology Licensure Compact

Dental and Dental Hygienist Compact

Dietitian Licensure Compact

Emergency Medical Services Licensure Compact

Interstate Massage Therapy Compact

Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact

Licensed Professional Counseling Compact

Nurse Licensure Compact

11/14/2024H.5100

Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact

Physical Therapy Licensure Compact

Physician Associates Compact

Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact

Social Work Licensure Compact

Interstate Compact for School Psychologists

Respiratory Care Interstate Compact

Concurrent Juvenile Jurisdiction

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State Support for Military Families With Special Education Needs0/2 Sub-priorities passed

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Minimize Delays

Reduce Burdens

Open Enrollment Flexibility

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Defining Armed Forces in State Policy

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08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Defining Armed Forces in State Policy Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Military Family Antidiscrimination Status0/2 Sub-priorities passed

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Employment

Housing

State Response to Military Interpersonal Violence0/3 Sub-priorities passed

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Recognize MPOs

Increase Peace Officer Responsibilities

Allow Virtual Appearance or Provide Victim Travel Funds

Military Community Representation on State Boards and Councils4/4 Sub-priorities passed

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Military Affairs

08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Military Affairs Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Nutrition and Food Security

08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Nutrition and Food Security Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Economic and Workforce Development

08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Economic and Workforce Development Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Early Childhood Education and Childcare

08/01/2024H.4976

06/13/2024H.4671

08/08/2024

Early Childhood Education and Childcare Final Legislation

The HERO Act is landmark legislation that includes over 30 provisions in a single bill; 6 of those provisions are DOD priorities including: Adding Space Force to the definition of Armed Forces in Statute; eliminating duplicative licensing requirements for DoD FCC providers; creating a reporting mechanism between the Office of Child Welfare and Family Advocacy Programs regarding cases of child abuse and neglect; adding military community representation on state education, mental health, child care and employment boards; creating a military spouse liaison position within EOVS and allowing service member licensure credit for EMT training.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Remote Driver's License and Vehicle Registration Renewal2/2 Sub-priorities passed

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Driver's License

03/26/2018

Driver's License Final Legislation

On March 26, 2018 the Massachusetts Register of Motor Vehicles changed the process to obtain or renew any driver’s license, ID card, or learner’s permit. Signed by Governor Charlie Baker, the new process allows all Massachusetts residents to renew their driver's license online, pending submission of a legal presence document, i.e. - a Massachusetts issued ID card, driver's license or REAL ID card. Online vehicle registration is also open to every Massachusetts resident within the same Register of Motor Vehicle portal.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

Vehicle Registration

03/26/2018

Vehicle Registration Final Legislation

On March 26, 2018 the Massachusetts Register of Motor Vehicles changed the process to obtain or renew any driver’s license, ID card, or learner’s permit. Signed by Governor Charlie Baker, the new process allows all Massachusetts residents to renew their driver's license online, pending submission of a legal presence document, i.e. - a Massachusetts issued ID card, driver's license or REAL ID card. Online vehicle registration is also open to every Massachusetts resident within the same Register of Motor Vehicle portal.

For more information, view the full legislative or policy details.

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