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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
12/30/2021
12/30/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to disability pensions for violent crimes. Public Service.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide enhanced disability pensions for public employees who sustain serious and permanent personal injuries as a direct result of a violent attack while performing their duties. Specifically, the bill defines a "violent act injury" and allows for a disability pension equal to 100% of the member's regular compensation, including benefits and stipends, if they are classified in Group 4 (public safety personnel). The member's spouse and children would also be entitled to a percentage of the pension if the member passes away. Additionally, the bill requires the retirement board to indemnify the member for all healthcare expenses related to the injury and does not restrict the member from seeking accommodating employment outside of the retirement system groups.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (6)
Cindy Friedman (D)*,
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Hannah Kane (R),
Eric Lesser (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 12/30/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1722 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1722.pdf |
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