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MA S1663

Relative to disability or death caused by infectious diseases, presumption


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to disability or death caused by infectious diseases, presumption. Public Service.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 32 of the General Laws to establish a presumption that any contagious disease resulting in disability or death to a full-time uniformed member of a paid police department, fire department, or municipal emergency medical service is suffered in the line of duty, unless it is shown that non-service connected factors caused the incapacity. The provisions apply to certain contagious diseases, such as COVID-19, Hepatitis A, B, or C, Tuberculosis, and HIV, and allow eligible individuals who discovered the condition within five years of their last date of active service to apply for benefits. The bill also specifies that the provisions do not preclude members from applying for benefits under other relevant sections of the law.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Accompanied H2650 (on 03/17/2022)

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