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| Name the first of nine rights in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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File a written application for veterans' benefits at any time. You can insist upon this right, even if tod that you are not eligible
[108 CMR 4:02 (1)] |
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| Name the second provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Receive assistance from your local Veteran Service Officer (VSO) in completing your application.
(M.G.L. ch. 115, s.3) |
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| Name the third provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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| Receive a full explanation of the services and benefits available under M.G.L. ch. 115, as well as other available benefits. |
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| Name the fourth provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Receive a written notice and explanation ofthe approval or denial of your application for benefits.
(108 CMR 8.02) |
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| Name the fifth provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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| Be treated with dignity and respect and to receive accurate courteous, and timely service. |
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| Name the sixth provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Appeal and request a hearing if you disagree with any action taken in your case.
[108 CMR 8.07 (1)] |
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| Name the seventh provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Expect confidentiality: personal information will not be collected or used except for the purpose of determining your eligibility for benefits.
(M.G.L. ch 40, s.51) |
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| Name the eighth provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Receive fair and equal treatment without regard to sex, race, religion, handicap, ethnicity or national origin
(M.G.L. ch. 151B, s.3) |
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| Name the ninth and final provision in the Veterans' Bill Of Rights: |
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Preference in public employment
(M.G.L. ch. 31, s.12, 26, 28 and ch. 41, s.112) |
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