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Posted: Sunday, 08 November 2009 5:55PM

Mass. lawmakers working out veterans benefits bill



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Boston (AP)  -- Massachusetts House and Senate lawmakers are hoping to wrap up debate on a final version of a veterans benefits bill.
  
Both chambers have already passed separate bills which include many of the same elements, including cash bonuses for military personnel who serve more than one tour and allowing soldiers stationed overseas to cast ballots electronically.
  
Both chambers also agree on provisions encouraging state agencies to contract out services to businesses owned by disabled veterans.
  
Some lawmakers said they were disappointed with Gov. Deval Patrick's decision to make budget cuts to soldiers' homes.
  
Lawmakers are hoping to get the bill to Patrick's desk by Veterans Day on Wednesday.

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