(Boston 7/22/2022) During the Senate’s debate on its Economic Development Bill yesterday, an amendment from Senator John Velis (D-Westfield) for Gold Star families was unanimously adopted. The amendment would repeal Massachusetts law that currently restricts Gold Star Spouses from receiving their annuity if they remarry. The amendment would also increase the annuity payment that Gold … Continue reading Sen. Velis Amendment Repeals Archaic Gold Star Spouses Restriction