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MA S1571

Relative to line of duty injury benefits for public employees


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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

For legislation relative to line of duty injury benefits for public employees. Public Service.

AI Summary

This bill amends the existing law in Massachusetts to expand the line of duty injury benefits for public employees. Specifically, it adds language to include public employees who receive bodily injuries from acts of violence by a civilian present on the grounds of a correctional institution or state public health or human services facility. This change provides additional coverage and protection for public employees who may face violence while performing their duties in these types of government facilities.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2545 (on 02/18/2020)

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