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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to allow for payment in lieu of a disability allowance. Public Service.
AI Summary
This bill allows for members with 10 or fewer years of creditable service who have been granted an accidental disability retirement under Section 7 of Chapter 32 to elect to receive, in lieu of a retirement allowance, a yearly payment equal to two times their annual regular compensation. This payment would be made for a period of 5 years, after which the member's rights under Chapter 32 would be forfeited. The bill also outlines the process for making this election, including the requirement for spousal consent, and provides for payments to be made to a surviving spouse or minor children in the event of the member's death.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2545 (on 02/18/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1549 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1549.pdf |
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