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MA H2340

Relative to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to benefits of employees who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments. Public Service.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 32, Section 3(2)(g) of the law to expand the definition of Group 2 employees, who are eligible for certain retirement benefits. The bill includes the following categories of Commonwealth employees as Group 2: those required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments, such as employees who handle hazardous materials like asbestos or radioactive substances, work in labs with dangerous biological materials, use scuba diving equipment, or engage in homeland security, MEMA, and emergency response duties related to public safety, environmental protection, and public health.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4722 (on 05/20/2020)

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